Sr. Quality Manager (Onsite)

RTX•Midland, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world's 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. The Pratt & Whitney Columbus Engine Center is seeking a qualified Sr. Quality Manager. Candidates should possess experience in MRO Repair Station/Engine Center, Quality Management Systems (QMS), RCCA, Data Analysis, Technical Review, Inspection Methods, as well as Project Management. This position will provide supervision, leadership and support to the Quality F100 and F117 BX and CX inspection teams, CMM, NDT and Bearings and Seals. The Quality Manager will ensure smooth and efficient operation of the quality processes. This will require active searching for opportunities to enhance the quality processes and the product using a variety of problem-solving techniques, effective interpersonal and communication skills, along with technical competencies. The Quality Manager will promote excellent employee relations and empowerment of all assigned personnel. This role reports to the MECOE Quality Manager. Other focus areas are to develop relationships within MECOE operational functions. The goal is to create a trusting relationship with an emphasis on rapid problem resolution, removing waste and variability from processes and improving quality and delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of experience to include leading teams, quality or manufacturing or operations and continuous improvement or an Advanced Degree and 7 years of experience to include leading teams, quality or manufacturing or operations and continuous improvement.
Experience leading product or process non-conformance investigations (i.e., DIVEs)
Root Cause and Corrective Action experience
Experience with AS9100/AS9110 standards
Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings

Nice To Haves

Proficient in Solumina G8 or equivalent Engine Maintenance System
Proficient in SAP, Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis using Excel
Experience driving UPPAP core elements (PFMEA, MSA, Process Flow and Control Plans)
Continuous Improvement, Lean and Six-Sigma
Experience communicating with all levels of leadership; both written and verbal communication

Responsibilities

Reflect leadership behaviors, hold self and others accountable, encourage teamwork and deliver a quality work product – lead by example and in accordance with Pratt & Whitney culture and values expectations
Coach employees to develop a motivated, effective team and proactively address performance issues, as needed
Lead process improvement opportunities using Lean strategies to enhance quality.
Implement root-cause corrective actions in a timely manner to ensure quality standards are maintained.
Meet and track the operation schedule for quality functions, while maintaining a quality product, plan and execute contingency plans.
Conducts activities to modify, apply, and maintain quality evaluation, control systems and protocols.
Evaluate technical data and work instructions in support of Engineering and Operations.
Identifies and manages risk utilizing and driving UPPAP core elements (e.g. PFMEA, MSA, Process Flow and Control Plans, etc.) to identify risk in product development and propose risk management solutions.
Conducts investigations, provides analysis and develops recommendations for corrective actions for nonconformities.
Develops proactive quality initiative strategies and drives their implementation.
Promote the Quality culture in the business, through compliance to the QMS and adherence to Quality Cardinal Rules