Senior Product Quality Engineer

RTX

93d • $90,000 - $182,000

About The Position

Collins Aerospace is seeking a results-driven and detail-oriented Senior Product Quality Engineer to join our Product Quality team in Fairfield, CA. This key engineering role is responsible for leading the evaluation and disposition of nonconforming material from production, receiving inspection, and final inspection, ensuring swift resolution through effective Material Review Board (MRB) processes. As a Senior Product Quality Engineer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Manufacturing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, and Procurement—to analyze quality issues, drive root cause and corrective actions, and continuously improve product quality and process performance. You will monitor and drive improvements in key performance indicators (KPIs) such as scrap rates, rework, and first-pass yield. This position also plays a leadership role in closing out quality notifications and corrective action requests (CARs) and participating in Quality Clinic activities and continuous improvement initiatives. As an employee at Collins Aerospace-Fairfield, Safety is an expectation. Employees are expected to work safely, follow all safety rules, requirements, procedures, and instructions always. You are expected to actively participate in the safety program and be mindful of your safety and the safety of others. You are expected to complete all safety training in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) access.
• Experience with MRB processes, nonconformance management, and RCCA (Root Cause & Corrective Action).
• Experience with data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to engage cross-functional teams effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with SAP, PLM systems (e.g., Windchill), and QMS tools.
• Knowledge of quality standards such as AS9100, ISO 9001, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other structured continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead or participate in MRB (Material Review Board) activities to evaluate and disposition discrepant material from production and inspection.
• Analyze nonconforming material data and coordinate timely and accurate dispositions in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory standards.
• Manage and monitor quality notifications, ensuring closure through thorough documentation, root cause analysis, and follow-up actions.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Supplier Quality, and Operations teams to resolve quality issues impacting production flow and product conformity.
• Drive and close assigned Corrective Action Requests (CARs) by leading root cause investigations and ensuring effectiveness of implemented solutions.
• Monitor and report on KPIs including scrap, rework, defect trends, and quality notification aging; identify areas for improvement and recommend actions.
• Participate in and support Quality Clinic activities to triage quality issues and escalate concerns as needed for cross-functional resolution.
• Support and lead process improvement projects targeting quality, yield, and operational efficiency.
• Identify systemic issues and work cross-functionally to implement preventive actions.
• Contribute to internal audits, regulatory compliance efforts, and risk mitigation activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.
• Eligible for relocation assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees