Quality Engineer II, onsite Forest, MS

Date Posted:

2026-06-04



Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MS-FOREST-430 ~ 19859 Hwy 80 ~ BLDG 430

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

At RTX, the world 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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Raytheon in Forest, MS, is seeking a Quality Engineer to provide engineering support and expertise ensuring compliance with contractual, company, and regulatory requirements. This position will provide education and knowledge on the use of quality resources in the administration of the Quality System. You will work on projects and/or processes to provide measurable input to new products, processes, or standards in operational plans to implement customer integrations and/or objectives. After obtaining a government clearance, you will work in a closed environment to access classified materials with flexible work hours to accommodate work/life balance practices.  This is a 1st shift role on a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off).

What You Will Do

• Perform Quality functions with the Advanced Radar Systems within Forest MS
• Participate in Root Cause analysis and CORE initiatives
• Manage Quality specific metrics
• Apply your quality knowledge and processes
• Actively pursue methods and process to improve overall quality of our products

Qualifications you must have   

• Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and 2 years of prior relevant experience
  • Relevant experience is working in engineering, manufacturing or quality engineering
• Experience with AS 9100 quality management systems or equivalent 
• Experience with Six Sigma methodology (CORE) and tools such as lean manufacturing, diagnostic, process optimization and/or continuous improvement 
• Experience with Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) application, manufacturing and/or assembly  
• Experience with metrology, measurement tools and practices 

 Qualifications we prefer

• Active DoD Secret security clearance 
• Experience working with US government customers (DCMA, USN, etc,)
• Experience working with external suppliers and mechanical inspection techniques 
• Experience in supporting design and manufacturing processes and could work within a cross-functional team environment
• Ability to work with internal and external customers in efforts to reducing and eliminating quality defects  
• Hands-on use of statistical process controls for process monitoring, qualification and/or design feedback 
• Familiar with lean manufacturing concepts  
• Ability to effectively juggle multiple tasks and priorities. 
• Ability to collaborate and team with multiple internal functions and external organizations to provide best value solutions to our customers 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)  
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills 
• Knowledge and application of business acumen 

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation assistance is not available.

Learn more & apply now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. 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.

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of War, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

#LI-Onsite

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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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