Program Supplier Quality Engineer - Hybrid

Date Posted:

2023-11-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

CA222: 2006 E El Segundo Blvd BldgE04 2006 East El Segundo Boulevard Building E04, El Segundo, CA, 90245 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

About Us:

At 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.

Job Summary:

Raytheon is looking to fill a Program Supplier Quality Engineer position within our Supplier Quality organization. The Program Supplier Quality Engineer (PSQE) will ensure that known good parts and services are received from the supply chain.  PSQE’s work collaboratively with their internal functional counterparts to ensure requirements flow down, and Technical Data Packages (TDP) will result in a product that performs in the system and meets specifications.  We conduct supplier oversight through requirements reviews, in-process and final inspections at supplier’s facilities and perform ‘value-added’ incoming inspection to ensure compliance.  We perform robust containment, root cause, corrective action and validation of supplier caused defects and develop bids that support all of the Supplier Quality Activity. 

The PSQE position will provide Supplier Quality support to assigned programs within Space Payload Systems.  Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Review hardware, software and service purchase requisitions or material masters for complete and correct flow down requirements
  • Act as a technical interface between Supplier Quality, SCM and Suppliers on rejected materials
  • Perform defect data analysis and review with the program managers and supplier management, which will assist in developing Supplier improvement plans
  • Lead and participate on multi-functional teams in problem resolution and continuous improvement activities with an emphasis on six sigma, lean practices and other analytical improvement methods and tools
  • Identify and document supplier risk; develop mitigation plans to reduce, eliminate and prevent supplied product defects
  • Support containment activities associated with discrepant material, with assistance from functional stakeholders
  • Support the supplier corrective action process, review, approval and monitoring; assure containment, closed loop Root Cause Corrective Action is obtained; communicate issue and resolution to functional stakeholders
  • Support the Material Quality Manager in execution of supplier assessment plans for the program

This position is a hybrid role, and the selected applicant will work with the hiring manager to set schedule.

Required Skills: 

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics
  • Minimum 2 years of engineering experience
  • Experience in supporting design and manufacturing processes within the aerospace and defense industries or automotive industry
  • Previous experience with statistical analysis processes and tools
  • Experience with Microsoft office suite software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) in the development of technical reporting and presentation material
  • Previous experience in the resolution of technical issues with respect to product processes, systems and deliverables in engineering, supply chain and quality and at the supplier
  • 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.

Desired Skills: 

  • Experience with technical procedures, specifications, standards, and other engineering and manufacturing related  documents
  • Ability to exercise sound judgement and apply decision-making skills with appropriate supervisory intervention  
  • Possess excellent verbal / written and presentation communications and interpersonal skills; ability to effectively persuade and influence through positive communications with stakeholders, team members, suppliers, management
  • High energy, self-starter with ability to perform work under general direction
  • Experience in failure analysis and root cause analysis
  • Experience using process improvement techniques and methodologies (e.g. Kaizen, Lean, DMAIC, and DMADV) and tools (e.g. ANOVA, SPC, Capability Analysis, DOE, MSA, and FMEA)
  • Project management experience, working experience with AS 9100 quality management systems, and experience in aerospace-related manufacturing environment, is a plus
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing

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 that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

The salary range for this role is 68,000 USD - 136,000 USD; however, RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role 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.

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.

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