Senior Principal Quality Engineer - Quality Engineering

Date Posted:

2026-11-02



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A



Position Role Type:

Hybrid



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 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.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Principal Quality Engineer to join the Customer Quality team within Collins Aerospace’s Engine Control Systems (ECS) business unit, supporting the Power and Controls organization. This individual will bring extensive quality assurance expertise and leadership to drive customer satisfaction, product quality, and continuous improvement. This job will entail working with the global supply chain to ensure quality levels are upheld as well as working with executives and customers, both internal and external, to communicate on-going work and initiatives. The candidate shall be able to work as an individual contributor to achieve objectives that have a significant impact on area of responsibility as well as manage several Quality Assurance processes and/or projects concurrently. The candidate shall be able to use experience and knowledge to influence processes, standards, and plans to continuously improve quality.

What You Will Do:

• Understand customer requirements and expectations and be able to communicate those key points to the supply chain. Potential to include programs of both military and commercial applications.

• Understand objectives and procedures for initial development projects (APQP) as well as implement corporate level quality initiatives and procedures (RTX ZERO) in addition to RCCA for customer investigations

• Analyzes and makes recommendations for Quality Assurance plans, guidelines, policies, and processes to ensure the achievement of Quality targets in relation to customer flow down and develop respective compliance documentation to ensure alignment to customer requirements.

• Implements projects and processes to ensure overall quality is continuously improving as well as overseeing team working with specific customer.

• Provides production process analysis, ensuring quality standards are met and making recommendations for quality improvements.

• Conducts collection and analysis of quality information from multiple sources for the development of quality strategy and programs.

• Reviews quality improvement processes to ensure on-going reductions in Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) and escapes.

• Communicate with internal team on customer process changes and engineering changes.

• Support for customer presentation and audits.

• Potential travel 10 – 20%

Qualifications You Must Have:

•  Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience, in absence of a degree, 10 years of relevant experience is required
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Powerpoint, Excel, Word)
• Experience with SAP
• Experience with RCCA/problem-solving using 8D or other tools.

Qualifications We Prefer:

•  A bachelor’s degree in an engineering field
• Experience communicating to all levels of an organization (executive to technician)
• Experience in a manufacturing and/or operations environment
• Experience with APQP and PPAP
• Experience with industry and customer standard, such as but not limited to, AS9100, AS13100, AS9102, AS9145 and customer requirements (Rolls-Royce SABRE experience preferred)
• Certified CORE apprentice
• Experience with MRB (Materials Review Board) is a plus, but not required
• Security clearance a bonus 

What We Offer: 

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance   
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees   
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option   
• Tuition reimbursement program  
• Student Loan Repayment Program   
• Life insurance and disability coverage   
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection  
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits  
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning   
• Adoption Assistance   
• Autism Benefit   
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions   
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program  
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits   
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services  
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program   
• And more! 

Learn More & Apply Now! 

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide. 

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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. 

  At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.  

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day!

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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