WPB Depot Quality Manager (Onsite)

RTX•Jupiter, FL

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. This role leads the Quality organization in support of P&W F135 DEPOT Sustainment Operations at West Palm Beach (WPB). It directs Quality Management responsibilities for the P&W WPB F135 Depot, driving the highest standards of quality excellence to deliver F135 modules meeting contractual obligations and customer expectations. The position leads salary staff on-site in WPB and hourly bargaining unit staff in WPB, ensuring processes and metrics support site compliance (AS9100D), customer requirements, and industry/regulatory standards. The role also drives continuous improvement initiatives, manages quality compliance audits, leads the site level Corrective Action Board process, and interfaces with various business functions.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

AS9100/9110 knowledge and experience.
Current or previous qualification as an internal auditor (lead auditor preferred).
Knowledge of MRL processes.
Knowledge of SAP, including SAP ERP.
Experience in a manufacturing/aerospace environment.
Experience leading teams of quality professionals.
Experience executing CORE, ACE, or LEAN practices.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience working with a cross-functional team in a matrix environment.
Experience working with hourly bargaining unit personnel.
Knowledge of Defense/Military Programs, DCMA &/or Governmental regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead Quality organization in support of P&W F135 DEPOT Sustainment Operations at West Palm Beach (WPB).
Direct Quality Management responsibilities for the P&W WPB F135 Depot.
Drive the highest standards of quality excellence, in support of depot operations, to deliver F135 modules to meet contractual obligations and customer expectations.
Lead salary staff on-site in WPB and hourly bargaining unit staff in WPB.
Ensure processes and metrics support site compliance (AS9100D), customer requirements, and that support compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve process efficiency, deploy Quality Clinic process, and drive efforts to reduce internal defects and escapes.
Establish and manage quality documents, guidelines, and processes to ensure the achievement of quality targets.
Support integration of quality processes and documentation across the Southeast Region and Sustainment network.
Manage quality compliance audit processes as part of the P&W Site Auditing Group; provide guidance to the resolution of audit findings through corrective actions and process improvement.
Lead site level Corrective Action Board process.
Manage teams providing expertise and guidance in interpreting policies, government regulations and agency guidelines to ensure compliance with external standards.
Collect and analyze quality data to develop long-term quality strategy and support MRL activities.
Interface with various business functions such as Process Engineering, Operations, Customer Support Engineering, EH&S.
Drive employee engagement to foster a culture of respect, empowerment, communication, and teamwork.
Drive talent developments to ensure team stability, business continuity, and meet organizational needs.
Serve as the primary liaison with DCMA, ensuring clear communication and strong partnership.