Lead Quality Engineer (Onsite)

Company: RTX
Location: East Hartford
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2026-03-22 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-L ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG L 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 Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 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 tight-knit 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? What You Will Do: Hot Section Module Center (HSMC) North is a world class fabricator of military combustors, augmentors, nozzles and specialty coated hardware. HSMC North is a key contributor to P&Ws operational fleets with a complex product line. HSMC North is looking for a high energy, self-starter to assume the role of Lead Quality Engineer (QE). Quality Engineers are integral to the continued success of the mod center as the leaders of problem resolution teams related to part manufacture in the value stream, the drivers of process improvement and educators of technical requirements. They also act as liaisons between the mod center and internal and external customers when discussing quality concerns. In this position, your primary role will be to support the shop floor production and Quality organization initiatives. A lead QE is responsible for direct action and support to other QEs on reviewing procedures, specifications, work instructions and equipment to ensure compliance to Quality Management Systems and educate impacted parties for Quality System changes. Responsibilities: Provide technical expertise of non-conforming material and support the communication and processing of quality notifications through the Material Review Board (MRB) process Evaluate manufacturing processes and hardware to determine compliance to applicable requirements Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations to improve part quality signature Improve manufacturing, assembly, inspection, and test processes to reduce and prevent defects and prevent quality escapes to our customers Provide quality engineering support (interpretation, process approvals, etc.) to production associates Support day-to-day manufacturing activities such as review and approval of work instructions, process authorization requests (PAR), and first article inspections (FAI) Use continuous improvement tools as well as the principles of lean manufacturing to investigate compliance concerns, quality escapes, and Quality process efficiency Perform root cause analysis, identifying and implement robust corrective actions and gauge effectively ensuring quality standards are maintained Perform and follow-up on internal and external quality audits Work with supplier quality engineering to resolve supplier issues that impact in-house hardware Develop and deliver technical and Quality System training to inspectors and impacted stakeholders Support and drive improvement to risk management processes for new product introduction Qualifications You Must Have: A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years working experience in the aerospace industry 7 or more years of aerospace Quality Engineering experience within a production facility Experience in change management and internal and external stakeholder communications Experience supporting cross-functional teams in application of AS9100 or ISO9001 Quality Management System Demonstrated track record of continuous improvement resulting in product quality and business efficiency improvements Experience developing metrics, tracking, and driving gap closure actions Experience with assessment, control, and approval of manufacturing and inspection processes Experience developing and providing training Experience making decisions with minimal supervision, goal setting, coaching, and motivating. Working experience with multiple types of inspection tooling and techniques Qualifications We Prefer: A degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a master’s degree in Engineering, Operations or Quality management A highly motivated self-starter with a strong desire to succeed and pursue continued growth and developmental opportunities. Certification in Six Sigma, CORE, Shainin Red X, and/or American Society for Quality (ASQ). Experience with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)/AS9145 and utilizing resources such as PPAP, Key Characteristics, DFMEA, PFMEA and/or Control Plans. Experience managing control of non-conforming hardware and parts and through a Material Review Board process Experience with assessment and use of CMM and scanning inspection technology Prior experience as a Manufacturing Engineer Utilization of statistical evaluation methods and product sampling requirements Working knowledge of SAP and Solumina systems in a production environment Learn More & Apply Now : In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines. 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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

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