Lead Supplier Quality Engineer - Turbine Airfoil Casting Team

Date Posted:

2026-09-29



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-OBF1 ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG OBF1



Position Role Type:

Unspecified



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





Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required



Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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. 

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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

Dynamic Aerospace Supplier Quality Engineer sought to elevate quality standards and propel innovation in the aerospace industry. Join our elite team and play a pivotal role in ensuring excellence in the supply chain, conducting thorough supplier assessments, implementing cutting-edge quality control measures, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Be at the forefront of aerospace advancements, collaborating with top-tier suppliers to deliver impeccable components that redefine industry benchmarks. If you're passionate about precision, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and aspire to contribute to the next era of aerospace excellence, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.

The selected Lead Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) will provide support to the Turbine Airfoil Casting Team (TACT) within the Hot Section Module Center (HSMC) relative to improvement of suppliers' Quality as well as providing Quality interface, expertise and support to Suppliers. The position offers opportunities for continued growth and development in both technical as well as interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain key relationships with Suppliers’ Quality and Operations Management teams, as well as P&W internal disciplines (engineering, procurement, and other support organizations) to resolve production challenges in a fast paced environment.
• Work with suppliers to help them meet P&W quality requirements and achieve best-in-class quality, delivery and service to ensure P&W customer confidence.
• Monitor supplier overall quality performance and proactive quality initiatives, such as, conducting supplier Vendor Corrective Action Board (VCAB), and visits to domestic and international suppliers for ongoing Supplier Wellness Assessments.
• Conduct data analysis in PW QLIK dashboards and SAP to collect and analyze data to implement process and design changes at suppliers to improve their quality and productivity.
• Escape Management Support to Investigation Managers in Quality Clinic. Collect/Compile data and drive Continuous improvement initiatives at the Supplier in reaction to escapes, and in support of reduced cost and lead-time.
• Hold Suppliers accountable for robust root cause and corrective actions and implement sustainable corrective / preventive action on all escapes and high impact recurring quality issues.
• Engage with and present information to cross-functional leadership teams as it pertains to supplier improvement efforts.
• Mentor and Coach junior SQEs
• Be go to resource within team for assistance, support, navigation of issues/tasks
• Evaluate best practice solutions, create guidance documents, train/ flow down to broader SQE and Quality Clinic teams
• Support new initiatives coming that would impact SQE role
• Help drive cross pollination of product center teams – resource sharing, who to talk to, cross team participation on initiatives
• Resource for CORE events when SQE input is essential

Qualification You Must Have:

• Advanced degree and 5+ years of experience in Quality, Engineering, Operations or Supply Chain experience in Manufacturing, Aerospace, Defense, Automotive or other heavily-regulated industry; OR Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate’s degree and 10+ years of relevant industry experience.  We will also consider High School Diploma or specialized Technical or Military training and 12+ years of relevant industry experience.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• University degree ideally in Engineering. Mechanical or Quality Engineering preferred
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE) or equivalent.
• Experience with PPAP and FAI process, inspection tools/equipment and Quality Management Systems (i.e., AS9100)
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings/ blueprint and familiarity with geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T)
• Working knowledge of Pratt & Whitney shop practices & processes, quality standards, and inspections methods & tools
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, continuous improvement tools and problem-solving techniques (CORE/ACE/SixSigma, QCPC, RCCA Red-X, Fault Tree, etc.).
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite programs, SAP ERP, and Solumina MES.
• Ability to work and effectively communicate with all levels of management, shop personnel and customers.

What is my Role Type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

Learn more & apply today!

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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