Program Supplier Assurance Engineer (PSAE)

Raytheon Technologies • Tucson, AZ

80d • $101,000 - $203,000

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. As a Program Supplier Assurance Engineer (PSAE) here at Raytheon, you will be the primary interface between our supplier base and internal stakeholders of critical and technically advanced DOD Programs. Sign-on bonus available up to $10,000 for new hires with an existing clearance.

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) and 8 years' experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or related engineering discipline.
• Experience working with one or more of the following aerospace or commercial equivalent preventative tools - SPC, FMEA, QFD, PPAP.
• Previous experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Experience with one or more of the following standards: ISO 9001, AS9100, AS9145, or MDA Assurance Provisions.
• Previous experience interpreting schematic drawings and hardware inspection techniques.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Six Sigma, Lean, and/or American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certification (CQE, CQM/OE, CSQE, CQA, CRE, etc.).
• Proven successes in building and maintaining relationships with multiple suppliers/customers.
• Experience in DoD product and process oversight including requirements, build, integration, test, and delivery.
• Experience in engineering, development, project planning, and collaborating remotely.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management systems, AS9145 Requirements for APQP & PPAP, and P4FAI Standard AS9102.
• General knowledge of industry technical standards (such as ANSI, CMMI, ASTM, etc.).
• Strong technical engineer with excellent communication skills that exhibits presence and influence and self-managed technical contributor.

Responsibilities

• Ensure flow down of product requirements both internally and to sub-tier suppliers through PO requirements, Quality Notes, and statement of works.
• Interpret quality requirements (Q-Notes) and make decisions on Q-Note application to procured production parts.
• Perform on-site Source Surveillance and Corrective Action reviews.
• Participate in design reviews, process change reviews, qualification test reviews, as well as Test Equipment verification and validation.
• Drive continuous product/process improvements of our supply base by identifying supplier risk & systemic performance issues and driving solutions through various tools/methodologies including: Root Cause Corrective Actions, Statistical/analytical improvement tools such as Six Sigma and Lean Methodologies.
• Facilitate closed loop process controls and continuous improvement methods to improve product/process quality.
• Facilitate Program Reviews, Supplier Reviews, and Technical Interchange Meetings.
• Perform Supplier factory process walks and factory risk assessments.
• Perform reviews of supplier manufacturing instructions and processes to mitigate escape risk.
• Application of APQP processes related to supplier performance and implementation of necessary engagements to improve supplier manufacturing processes.
• Represent quality during review boards covering changes to: supplier designs, process changes, qualification tests, and procedure reviews.
• Review Internal TDP change requests, Supplier change requests, and Supplier Statements of Work.
• Contribute in the development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure supplier quality performance.
• Communicate effectively to Raytheon leadership and customers through business reviews and status meetings.
• Ability to travel as required by program needs.

Benefits

• Parental (including paternal) leave.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Achievement awards.
• Educational assistance.
• Child/adult backup care.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Scholar Program.
• Paid time off and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree