Principal Supplier Assurance Specialist

RTX

. Evaluate supplier manufacturing performance through onsite diagnostics of processes, equipment, tooling, flow, and quality systems .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • New Hampshire • United StatesLead💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier quality evaluation, including FAI processes, PFMEA, and SPC capability analysis, while effectively coaching and supporting supplier personnel in process improvement and problem-solving methodologies. Proficient in conducting technical diagnostics and maintaining compliance with industry standards such as AS9100 and ISO9001.

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Supplier Quality EvaluationPFMEA AuditsSPC Capability AnalysisLean/Six Sigma CertificationGovernment Source Inspection

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing EngineeringCapability AnalysisCycle-Time ValidationRoot Cause AnalysisStatistical AnalysisTooling AssessmentGage R&RControl-Plan Auditing8D Problem Solving5-Why Analysis

Soft Skills

CoachingProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Quality SystemsDiagnostic ToolsCapacity ModelsOperational Indicators

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean/Six Sigma CertificationActive U.S. Government Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseAutomotivePrecision ManufacturingAS9100ISO9001

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate supplier manufacturing performance through onsite diagnostics of processes, equipment, tooling, flow, and quality systems
Execute readiness and capability assessments, including FAI reviews, PFMEA audits, SPC capability checks, cycle-time validation, bottleneck analysis, and Run-at-Rate support
Troubleshoot quality escapes, yield issues, and production instability to identify root causes
Maintain supplier readiness documentation, capability data, RCCA evidence, and capacity models
Assist with corrective and preventive actions using 8D, 5-Why, and fishbone analysis
Coach supplier operators, technicians, and quality personnel on process discipline, standard work, and problem-solving
Participate in program and operations reviews, reporting yield, stability, bottlenecks, and schedule risk
Support early performance plans and improved supplier work practices
Escalate technical issues, capacity constraints, and quality risks using operational and basic financial indicators
Follow EXIM requirements by Command Media
Travel regularly to supplier facilities and support suppliers outside the United States in the Arctic region

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum five (5) years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum three (3) years' experience
Experience with manufacturing engineering, supplier quality, or a related technical role
Experience with PFMEA, SPC, capability analysis (Cpk/Ppk), GD&T, AS9100/ISO9001, FAI processes, APQP, statistical analysis, and/or Government Source Inspection on Raytheon hardware at the supplier
U.S. citizenship
Active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance required prior to start date
Current Secret security clearance, active and existing on day 1
Ability to travel 50–60% of the time to supplier locations
Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or other precision manufacturing environments preferred
Hands-on experience with tooling assessments, gage R&R, or control-plan auditing preferred
Exposure to capacity analysis, OEE evaluation, or bottleneck mapping preferred
Lean/Six Sigma training or certification preferred
Experience coaching entry-level supplier engineering or quality staff preferred
Ability to perform technical diagnostics, validate process capability, and identify root causes preferred
Ability to analyze cycle time, OEE inputs, scrap trends, and labor patterns preferred
Ability to work onsite at supplier locations regularly preferred
Experience supporting structured RCCA (8D, 5-Why) with measurable effectiveness preferred
Knowledge of Government Source Inspection on Raytheon hardware preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available
Relocation assistance not available