Quality CORE Specialist (Onsite)

RTX•Wichita Falls, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. We are seeking a highly driven Quality CORE Specialist to join our facility in Wichita Falls, TX. This role is a critical driver of quality excellence, operational performance, and continuous improvement across MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) operations. You will lead high-impact quality initiatives end-to-end—partnering with Quality, Engineering, and Operations to reduce defects, improve process efficiency, minimize downtime, and drive profitability. This role requires a hands-on problem solver with strong analytical capability, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to influence across all levels of the organization. You will work from Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm during the week with occasional off shift coverage needed to support the facility as needed.

Requirements

An Advanced Degree and minimum of 3 years’ experience in Quality, Engineering, or Continuous Improvement in a manufacturing or MRO environment, OR a Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years prior relevant experience

Nice To Haves

Degree in a STEM field preferred
Prior Quality Assurance experience in an OEM/Aftermarket aviation facility
Proven success leading RCCAs and other process improvement tools
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement tools (CORE/ACE/SixSigma)
Experience collaborating cross-functionally and influencing senior stakeholders

Responsibilities

Lead CORE initiatives aligned with business objectives, focusing on zero defects and customer satisfaction
Facilitate Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) using methodologies such as 5-Why, and Fishbone analysis
Drive waste reduction and process optimization using Lean and Six Sigma principles
Champion a proactive quality culture across all levels of the organization
Ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements (e.g., Transport Canada, FAA, EASA)
Support internal and external audits and customer quality reviews
Monitor and improve key quality metrics (FPY, defect rates, escapes, rework)
Lead investigations into non-conformances and implement sustainable corrective actions
Partner with maintenance and repair teams to ensure adherence to approved technical data and repair schemes
Provide quality oversight on engine/component disassembly, inspection, repair, and assembly processes
Support troubleshooting of in-process issues on the shop floor
Ensure maintenance practices align with quality standards and airworthiness requirements
Analyze process performance data and identify improvement opportunities
Lead cross-functional Kaizen events and continuous improvement workshops
Standardize best practices and ensure knowledge transfer across teams
Support implementation of digital tools and data-driven decision-making
Act as a liaison between Quality, Engineering, and Operations
Mentor and coach team members on quality tools and CORE principles
Present findings and improvement plans to leadership and stakeholders