Test Equipment Quality Engineer

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At Raytheon (RTX), 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.

The effective candidate will provide in-depth knowledge of Quality Management System requirements to support Test Equipment (TE) Development efforts for various Programs. Test Equipment Quality Engineering (TEQE) ensures program execution in accordance with RTX’s Quality Management System, which is based on AS9100/ISO 9001.  In addition, TEQE supports Raytheon’s Quality Policy with an emphasis on Quality Excellence, Customer Satisfaction and Continual Improvement. The TEQE will work closely with TE Site Leaders, Internal customers, and industrial partners. They will support various Test Equipment efforts at the Tucson facility.
 

This position will be working closely with the Test Equipment Engineering in providing expertise, guidance and management of quality issues encountered during design, development, build, integration and product realization of Depot and Factory Test Equipment.  This includes ensuring: the proper execution of root cause analysis and corrective and preventive action, continuous improvement, compliance with RTX policies and procedures, deployment and alignment of the quality engineering processes.  They will be responsible for overseeing the Quality for Manufacturing of newly developed test equipment as well as implementing updates to existing test equipment in meeting all its intended requirements for test of products manufactured by RTX.
 

Quality Test Equipment Engineering scope includes participation in Peer Reviews and formal inspections of work products as defined in Program Planning Documentation. Quality is a required member of the release and Change Control Boards. Typical examples of the documentation and program activities that Quality Engineering supports include review of plans and procedures, design reviews, test plans and reports, software inspections, software code reviews, test and sale readiness reviews, participating in continuous improvement initiatives, customer interface and gate reviews.

This is an onsite role.

What You Will Do

• Provide Quality Engineering support for the Test Manufacturing organization consisting of 40 Planners and 40 Assembly, Test and Inspection technicians.
• Ensure Program Quality is aware of build-related issues that might impact program risk.
• Provide defect disposition if the criteria are ambiguous or subject to interpretation.
• Monthly TE metrics preparation.
• Maintain the Lien and Administrative Closure systems.
• Work with key Build-to-Print suppliers in defect resolution and reduction efforts.
• Manage Q-Notes in EMMS (Engineering Manufacturing Management System).
• Become proficient in EMMS and its features, including Work Orders, Non-Conforming Material Reports, Report generation and related department workflows.
• Develop and present Quality Topics at Lunch and Learn’s at Planner Meetings and other department venues.
• Develop, update and maintain Process documentation and Command Media surrounding Test Equipment Quality, Test Manufacturing, and the Test Manufacturing TE-04-03 Workmanship Standard
• Act as a Quality Subject Matter Expert in conjunction with Test Manufacturing leadership to drive down defects and address quality, process, supplier, manufacturing, supply chain and other related issues throughout all life-cycle phases.
• Assess engineering work products (Peer Reviews, Configuration Control Boards, Product Readiness and Sale, etc.) to identify and eliminate in-phase defects.
• Review contract deliverables and coordinate with program personnel and Defense Contract Management Agency for DD250 sell-off / customer acceptance.
• Ensure completion of required documentation, identification of nonconformance and noncompliance, resolution and closure of open issues, and ensures quality and configuration of program assets.
• Review risk and opportunity data to lead projects to eliminate or reduce risks and/or realize opportunities.
• Lead and perform root cause analysis, facilitate corrective actions, and implement closed loop process controls along with continuous improvement methods
• Travel to local (Tucson and Phoenix-Metro) suppliers to maintain relationship and work ongoing process improvement and defect reduction efforts.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience. 
• Minimum five years Test Equipment, Manufacturing, Quality, or Engineering experience in the aerospace and/or defense industry, or other highly regulated environment.
• Working experience in root cause analysis, corrective / preventive actions.
• 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.

 
Qualifications We Prefer

• Existing Secret Clearance or higher
• Working experience interpreting drawings/specifications.
• Test Equipment development and/or testing experience
• Working experience performing test analyses, and supporting integration. and sell-off of test equipment.
• Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action (RCCA) expertise
• Prior Quality Engineering experience
• Domain knowledge in Agile, Code Analysis and/or Test Automation techniques
• Certification in Six Sigma, CORE, or American Society for Quality (ASQ).

What We Offer

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a 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 benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.

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RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

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.

Location

Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location

Clearance Information: Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, 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

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The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 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/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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