Program Quality Engineer - Ultra / Naval Power at Raytheon

Tucson, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jan, 26

Salary

164000.0

Posted On

26 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

ISO 9001, AS9100, Quality Management Systems, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Actions, Process Controls, Cost of Poor Quality, Advanced Product Quality Planning, PFMEA, SPC, Control Plans, Process Capability Assessments, Hardware Inspections, Inspection Standards, Interpersonal Skills, Team Environment

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Date Posted: 2025-10-24 Country: United States of America Location: AZ201: RMS AP Bldg 801 1151 East Hermans Road Building 801, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance: DoD Clearance: Secret At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Join our team as a Program Quality Engineer supporting the Advanced Common Products (ACP) in Tucson, AZ. In this role, you'll drive a robust quality culture, practices, and collaboration efforts. Your focus will be implementing strategic quality enhancements across multiple contracts. As the primary quality interface for customers and suppliers, you'll ensure the program meets all Quality & Mission Assurance requirements. This includes coordinating with functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and overseeing contracts through all RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM) phases, from design to production and sustainment. You'll develop and monitor quality metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives, working closely with integrated teams to enforce process rigor, driving transition to production activities, you'll lead Production Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), First Article Inspection, and Quality Control Plan efforts and play a key role in Material Review Board, Change Control Board, and Risk Review Board. This is an “Onsite” role based in Tucson, Arizona. What You Will Do: You will engage on both strategic and tactical levels, focusing on quality, cost and schedule performance, early engagement, influencing and providing differentiating quality value to program teams and customers You will develop partnerships with program and production leaders, IPTs, and other functions to drive issue resolution and implement improved processes. You will develop and implement strategic and tactical Mission Assurance plans that will directly affect the program’s execution and influence. You will initiate and perform root cause analysis, facilitate corrective actions, and implement closed loop process controls to improve product/process predictability and capability. You will interpret command media in compliance to work being performed. You will generate new Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ) projects to reduce costs on the program. You will implement Advanced Product Quality Planning in accordance with AS9145, as applicable. Qualification You Must Have: Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and five (5) years of prior experience in the areas below: Working experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 Quality Management Systems. Working experience translating external and internal requirements and command media. Working experience in providing technical program expertise for manufacturing and/or design processes. The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Qualifications We Prefer: Six Sigma, Lean, and / or American Society for Quality (ASQ) certifications. Experience in other functional areas such as engineering, supplier engineering, or operations. Experience using interpersonal skills and working with customers, suppliers, and in a team environment. Experience using PFMEA, SPC, Control Plans, and Process Capability Assessments. Experience in hardware inspections and inspection standards. Demonstrated performance being a passionate, high-energy, self-starting team player who achieves goals and strives for continuous improvement. Demonstrated proficiency with Process Re-invention Integrating Systems for Manufacturing (PRISM) or SAP. Experience facilitating cross-functional teams in systematic improvement activities. Experience working with and technically interfacing with various engineering disciplines. Work experience applying judgement and resolution-making skills with appropriate supervisory intervention. Experience communicating verbally and in written communications and networking with other stakeholders. What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care. Learn More & Apply Now! Onsite: Employees who are working in onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Clearance Information: Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm Location Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

Responsibilities

You will drive a robust quality culture and implement strategic quality enhancements across multiple contracts. As the primary quality interface for customers and suppliers, you'll ensure the program meets all Quality & Mission Assurance requirements.