Program Supplier Quality Engineer

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. Serve as the primary quality interface between Raytheon programs, Commodity Supplier Assurance Engineers, Commodity Leads, and the supply base .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $68,900 - $131,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quality engineering and supplier management, with a strong focus on implementing quality management standards and continuous improvement methodologies. Proficient in analyzing defect data and driving supplier performance enhancements through effective communication and problem resolution.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Quality EngineeringSupplier Performance ManagementStatistical Process Control (SPC)Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)Root Cause Corrective Action

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Hard Skills

Quality Management StandardsISO 9001AS9100Six SigmaLeanDefect Data AnalysisSchematic Drawings InterpretationFirst Article InspectionFailure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Soft Skills

CommunicationProblem ResolutionTeam CollaborationLeadership

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret ClearanceISO 9001 Auditor

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingElectro-Mechanical AssembliesCircuit Card AssembliesMachined ComponentsCables and Wiring HarnessesContinuous ImprovementSupplier AssessmentsQuality NotesPurchase Order RequirementsContainment Activities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary quality interface between Raytheon programs, Commodity Supplier Assurance Engineers, Commodity Leads, and the supply base
Communicate quality requirements and supplier performance feedback
Provide onsite support for supplier assessments, First Article Inspection verification, source inspection, problem resolution, and continuous improvement at supplier locations
Manage supplier performance and plan supplier engagements
Flow down product requirements through purchase order requirements, Quality Notes, and Statements of Work
Interpret and explain quality requirements to suppliers and sub-tier suppliers
Drive supplier product and process improvements using root cause corrective action, Six Sigma, Lean, and analytical tools
Apply APQP processes to supplier performance and manufacturing-process improvements
Analyze defect data and develop supplier improvement plans with program managers and supplier management
Lead and participate in multifunctional problem-resolution and continuous-improvement teams
Identify and document supplier risk and develop mitigation plans
Support containment activities for discrepant material
Drive supplier corrective actions through review, approval, monitoring, containment, and closed-loop root cause corrective action
Represent quality in review boards covering supplier designs, process changes, qualification tests, and procedure reviews
Travel approximately 50% to Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, and other Midwestern states for supplier assessments, audits, and reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM)
2 years’ relevant experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline
Experience with one or more quality management standards: ISO 9001, AS9100, AS9102, AS9103, AS9145, or MDA Assurance Provisions
Experience interpreting schematic drawings and hardware inspection techniques
Experience implementing Statistical Process Controls (SPC), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), and/or continuous improvement in a supplier setting
Experience generating and presenting briefs to leadership and suppliers
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
U.S. citizenship required
Active and existing DoD Secret clearance required after day 1
Residence and work in one of the 50 U.S. states, excluding U.S. territories
Preferred: knowledge of ANSI, CMMI, ASTM, Six Sigma, Lean, ASQ, ISO 9001 Auditor, cables and wiring harnesses, electro-mechanical assemblies, machined components, circuit card assemblies, GD&T, PPAP, FMEA, root cause corrective action, special processes, First Article Inspection, and statistical process control

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
Remote work from home
Home office required
Travel expenses associated with supplier visits may be applicable