Date Posted:2024-09-25Country:United States of AmericaLocation:PA604: 302 Science Park Road, Bldg 5B 302 Science Park Road Building 5B, State College, PA, 16803-2214 USAPosition Role Type:RemoteAt 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. The Hiring Manager for this position is a Field Supplier Quality Engineering (FSQE) Team Lead managing a diverse and geographically dispersed team of FSQE’s positioned from Maine to South Carolina. Responsible for managing the quality performance of 700+ manufacturers supplying material and parts to Raytheon? This position represents the pointy end of the spear in Raytheon’s efforts in delivering high quality state of the art defense systems to our customers and seeks individuals who thrive in a diverse, independently driven and technically challenging work environment.What You Will Do: The Field Supplier Quality Engineer (FSQE) is the primary quality interface between Raytheon and the external supply base and is charged with ensuring compliance to Raytheon part build specifications, quality requirements and working to improve the Quality performance of the assigned supply base.Additional responsibilities:
Interpreting purchase order quality requirements and ensuring supplier understanding and compliance
Assessing supplier quality capabilities throughout the program life cycle to ensure program objectives
Identifying supplier risk and systemic performance issues and devising and implementing corrective actions
Manage/Oversee Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) to ensure thorough RCCA processes and results are arrived at
Drive continuous process improvements using statistical / analytical tools such as Six Sigma and lean methodologies
Working seamlessly with other Quality functions and Cross Business Teams (CBTs), to affect rapid closure of issues
Ensuring Subcontract Data Requirements List deliverables are met
Support First Article Verification/Validation
Maintain cognizance of Source Inspection requirements and activity
Facilitate meetings with suppliers and other functional members within Raytheon
Assist in implementation and understanding of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) elements within the supply base
Execute Supplier Engagements in support of all of the above
Represent Raytheon professionally by exuding Raytheon Technologies Vision, Values, Strategy and Goals to our supply base
Location Information:
This position covers an assignment as a Principal Field Supplier Quality Engineer in Central Pennsylvania region and surrounding areas and is fully remote. Visits to local Supplier facilities will be routinely required. A home office will be maintained in Central Pennsylvania area.Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires a Bachelor of Science degree with preference for concentrations in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM).
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Quality Engineering and 3 years previous experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience utilizing one of the following aerospace or commercial equivalent Preventative tools – APQP, PPAP, SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, etc.
Experience with Root Cause Corrective Action processes - RCCA
Previous experience with commercial and/or aerospace / defense regulations and standards or a commercial equivalent - i.e. AS9100, AS9102, ISO-9000, AS9145
Experience conducting hardware inspection techniques
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) Certification (CQE, CQM/OE, CSQE, CQA, CRE, etc.)
MS Engineering / Technical or MBA
Proven successes in building and maintaining balanced relationships with multiple suppliers / customers and Raytheon functional entities
Experience in DoD product and process oversight including requirements, build, integration, test and delivery
General Statistical Process Control knowledge, including implementation
General knowledge of aerospace / defense products and systems technologies
General knowledge of industry technical standards (such as ANSI, CMMI, ASTM, etc.)
What We Offer : Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package 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.
RTX Corporation 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 Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 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, VA. To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.
Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home) from an area that is geographically located within a specified area. An employee may be expected to travel to the parent Raytheon site location as needed.
The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
