Sr Eng, Quality Engrg

Date Posted:

2026-06-04



Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-WESTFORD-WFD7 ~ 7 Technology Park Dr ~ BLDG 7

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Raytheon is seeking a dynamic quality leader driving end‑to‑end assurance for complex aerospace programs. Expert in AS9100 compliance, risk‑based decision‑making, and seamless delivery across design, fabrication, EO/IR integration, and testing. Trusted Quality CAM skilled in building competitive bids and managing contract deliverables with DCMA. Strengthens supply chain performance and partners cross‑functionally to deliver fast, impactful quality improvements that boost reliability and customer confidence. This position will be located ONSITE, in Westford, MA.

What You Will Do 

• Serve as the primary Quality focal for pod‑based ISR systems, ensuring compliance, reliability, and execution across multiple customer programs. 

• Oversee full lifecycle quality assurance, including structural design, fabrication, complex sensor (EO/IR) integration, testing, and contract delivery. 

• Drive AS9100 QMS compliance and quality performance using risk‑based decision‑making to address customer notifications and process deviations. 

• Act as Quality Cost Account Manager (CAM), developing bid estimates for new programs through Bid Master Web (BMW). 

• Review and manage contract deliverables, coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders such as DCMA for product acceptance. 

• Identify and address supplier quality issues, ensuring proper containment and communication with the Supplier Quality Management team. 

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and program leadership to define, implement, and sustain quality improvement initiatives.

What You Will Learn

• Deeper technical knowledge of complex EO/IR payloads, radar integrations, and advanced airborne surveillance systems.

• Gain expertise navigating Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) protocols and customer acceptance processes.

• Develop skills in managing multi-program priorities, resolving and eliminating product escapes, and driving continuous improvement strategies.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or a Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience

• Experience with Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, AS9102). 

• Experience in failure analysis, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions. 

• Proficient in interpreting technical drawings and reviewing technical data packages. 

• Strong command of quality tools (Pareto analysis, cause‑and‑effect diagrams, process mapping). 

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Previous experience with optical ISR systems.

• Experience with CORE framework or other Continuous Improvement Programs.

• Working experience using resources such as Process Mapping/Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Red X.

• Experience with industry technical standards, interpreting drawings, work instructions, Bill of Materials (BOMs), consumable materials control, process disciplines and tool control.

• Experience with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)/AS9145 and utilizing resources such as Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Key Characteristics, Design Failure Modes, and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Production Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and/or Control Plans.

• Ability to comprehend and translate system requirements as well as contractual requirements to ensure full compliance is flowed down through product, assembly, and test documentation.

• Ability to work as an individual contributor and in a dynamic team environment.

• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work well with customers, suppliers, within a team environment.

Learn More & Apply Now

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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.

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 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.

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.

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