Supplier Quality & Development

RTX

. Manage Supplier Quality & Development processes and projects as an individual contributor .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $107,500 - $204,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supplier Quality Management, including supplier qualification, quality issue resolution, and continuous improvement methodologies. Proficient in utilizing quality tools such as PFMEA, MSA, and Lean Six Sigma to drive performance and ensure compliance with industry standards.

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Supplier Quality ManagementAdvanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)Quality Management System (QMS)Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt CertificationRoot Cause Analysis

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Hard Skills

Supplier QualificationQuality Issue ResolutionRoot Cause AnalysisProcess Flow and Control PlansStatistical Process Control (SPC)Quality Data AnalysisNonconforming Material SubmissionEscape ManagementPerformance ManagementContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationCross-Functional TeamworkPersuasion SkillsCultural Adaptability

Tools & Technologies

PFMEAMSALEANSix SigmaGemba WalksQuality Improvement PlansControl TowersBusiness Continuity Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Green Belt CertificationBlack Belt CertificationCPIM Certification

Industry Keywords

Quality RegulationsAS 9100ISO 9001FAATCEASASupply Chain OperationsRisk Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage Supplier Quality & Development processes and projects as an individual contributor
Provide input on supplier qualification/certification, assessment, monitoring, escape management, and quality issue resolution
Manage supplier quality performance through prevention, monitoring/escalation, and nonconforming material submission processes
Support supplier onboarding and qualification/certification
Manage source inspection and material release processes
Drive escape management, root cause analysis, problem solving, and corrective/preventive actions
Analyze quality data to identify systemic issues and develop supplier-specific quality initiative strategies
Implement PFMEA, MSA, process flow and control plans, SPC, and other quality tools
Ensure suppliers meet contract requirements, including Resourcing Gate, PPAP acceptance, and Work Transfer implementation
Deploy Business Continuity management methodology at RTX suppliers
Establish projects to achieve quality-at-rate sustainability and supplier performance targets
Provide voice of the customer input and identify supplier weaknesses, capabilities, capacities, and improvement areas
Deploy GSQ TT tools, including Gemba walks, MPR, Quality Improvement Plans, Control Towers, LEAN, and Six Sigma
Communicate recovery plans to key stakeholders, leadership, and customers
Define and manage Supplier Transformation Projects
Support Strategic Sourcing commodities with supply chain strategy inputs
Develop quality mindset, continuous improvement, and preventive KPIs
Manage moderately sized projects or processes as a subject-matter expert
Provide guidance for Red-X and 8D root cause analysis and problem solving
Manage Correction Action Boards/DQ Clinics with suppliers
Drive support for the RTX ZERO program
Review processes and metrics for work transfer and process change management requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience, unless prohibited by local laws/regulations
8+ years of professional experience in a supply chain operations environment or equivalent
Experience in quality regulations and quality core tools
Experience with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
Experience with QMS, including AS 9100 and ISO 9001
Bachelor's degree in engineering or industrial engineering preferred
Practical problem solving and international management experience preferred
Experience with FAA, TC, and EASA preferred
Auditing/assessing, risk management, and continuous improvement (Lean Six Sigma) experience desirable
Green Belt/Black Belt certification and CPIM certification desirable
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to define and establish performance management supporting business objectives and deliverables
Ability to establish and manage a culture of continuous improvement
Ability to persuade stakeholders to follow ideas and proposals
Ability to build effective cross-functional teamwork
Ability to work in a multicultural context
U.S. citizenship required; only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Willingness to travel up to 75% domestically and internationally

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
401(k) plan with 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 pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, and 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
Flexible work schedules
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off and holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available; payments are not guaranteed