About this opportunity
Prattwhitney lists this Principal Operations Quality Engineer opportunity in andover, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
What You Will Do
Analyze baseline factory metrics (such as scrap, rework, first pass yield) to identify top drivers, forecast future demand, and pinpoint improvement opportunities.
Drive manufacturing quality through hardware inspection and hands‑on collaboration with product and cross‑functional teams to implement root‑cause corrective actions.
Conduct process walks, observe operators, and lead manufacturing team discussions to enhance processes and reduce variation.
Engage defect prevention teams, align priorities, and lead containment, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
Lead Advanced Product Quality Planning initiatives (PFMEA, control plans, SPC) and verify/improve efficiencies.
Identify supplier escapes or issues and coordinate containment and back‑flow to the Supplier Quality Management team.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) or other technical field.
At least eight years of experience in manufacturing process improvement, root cause analysis, and implementation of short‑term and long‑term corrective actions.
Experience developing and using quality metrics for root‑cause analysis and long‑term improvement.
Knowledge of industry technical standards, drawing interpretation, and work instructions.
Strong familiarity with ISO9001 and/or AS9100 quality management systems.
Proficiency with pareto analysis, cause/effect diagrams, and process mapping.
Ability to facilitate cross‑functional teams in systematic improvement activities such as Six‑sigma and lean manufacturing.
Preferred Qualifications
J‑STD‑001, Six Sigma, Lean experience and/or ASQ certifications.
Security Clearance
U.S. citizenship required. Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance (DoD Secret) required.
Location
Andover, Massachusetts, USA.
Compensation
Salary range: $107,500 – $204,500 USD.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, and other standard corporate benefits.
EEO Statement
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.
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Worksite address
andover, MA, 05544, US
Who can apply
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