Sr. Manager, Supplier Quality and Development (Hybrid)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tightknit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond? The Raw Materials Supplier Quality team is responsible for working closely with the supply base to ensure we deliver high-Quality parts that meet our customer's dynamic needs. As a Supplier Quality Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of SQEs that provide support to the Global Supply Chain organization relative to improvement of Suppliers' Quality, as well as providing Quality interface, expertise and support to suppliers and peer organizations.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering and/or Operations Degree or equivalent experience and 10 years prior relevant Program/Project Management, Operations, Engineering, Quality experience OR Advanced Degree in a related field and 7+ years’ prior relevant Program/Project Management, Operations, Engineering, Quality experience.
Travel up to 30%.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of investment castings and isothermal forgings.
A strong problem-solving mindset with customer focus in mind.
Knowledge and experience with root cause and process control tools, experience in using CORE / Six Sigma tools to make process improvements.
An understanding of Aerospace Quality Requirements.
Working knowledge/ proficiency in Quality tools such as FAI, PFMEA, DFMEA, GR&R, GD&T elements, etc.
ASQ (CQE, CQM) certifications a plus.
Experience with SAP and other IT Quality systems desired.
Ability to meet commitments, balance and resolve conflicting priorities.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and mentor a team of Supplier Quality Engineers that support Structural Casting & Forging Suppliers.
Understand and execute key aspects of overseeing and assuring Supplier Quality to achieve best-in-class Supplier Quality, delivery and service.
Providing guidance to create and maintain key relationships with Suppliers’ Quality and Operations Management teams, as well as PW Engineering, Procurement and support organizations.
Providing guidance to Collect/Compile data and drive Continuous improvement initiatives in the supplier base in reaction to escapes, and in support of reduced cost and lead-time; develop and impart continuous improvement activities.
Providing guidance and coaching to suppliers to find root cause and implement sustainable corrective / preventive action on all escapes and high pain recurring Quality issues.
Develop and coordinate Quality issue resolution with PW Engineering and Supplier Engineering on Supplier-designed components.
Team with Engineering and Procurement to execute supply base improvement plans that improve quality signature and to ensure customer confidence.
Lead Vendor Corrective Action Board (VCAB) reviews with suppliers.