Principal Specialist, Supplier Quality and Development (Onsite)

About the role

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. 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. The Supplier Quality Engineer supports various mod center parts, ensuring high-quality components for multiple commercial and military engine programs.

Responsibilities

• Drive process improvements across the board in escape management, standard work, and best practices, and promote a culture of continuous improvement using CORE tools (Standard Work, DIVEs, mistake proofing, etc.).
• Cook up quality issues with PW Engineering and Supplier Engineering in supplier escapes resolution and to execute Supply Chain quality improvement plans with suppliers to improve quality signature and ensure customer confidence.
• Support Vendor Corrective Action Board (VCAB) reviews for continuous improvement and establish VCAB’s with critical suppliers and initiate and execute improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality or a technical discipline, or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience.
• An advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of quality procedures, quality management systems, AS9100 and regulatory agency requirements.
• In-depth understanding of AS9100 and ISO 9000 quality systems compliance in aerospace and related industries.
• Creative troubleshooting skills.
• Able to craft clear communications across teams and organization.
• Computer skills- Proficient in Word, Power Point, Excel, Access, Project.
• Demonstrated ability to interface with all levels of management and external customers (such as DCMA, FAA).
• Demonstrated knowledge of and proficiency with quality tools such as PFMEA, DFMEA, GR&R, GD&T elements.
• Working knowledge of problem solving and continuous improvement principles and data analysis, i.e., Six Sigma, Red-X, Lean, CORE, QCPC, DIVE.
• Experienced in developing and mentoring other leaders.

Benefits

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.