Factory Quality Engineer
Company: RTX
Location: Tucson
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Date Posted: 2026-02-10 Country: United States of America
Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-851 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 851 (External
Site) Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or
Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S.
government issued security clearance is required prior to start
date.? U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are
eligible for a security clearance? Security Clearance Type: DoD
Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing
security clearance required on day 1 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.
Operations Quality has an opening for a Factory Quality Engineer
who will interface with the factory teams supporting production,
first article inspections, creating/maintaining work/inspection
instructions, and preparation for audits. The position is based in
Tucson, AZ and requires onsite presence . What You Will Do: Verify
product and process compliance with respect to contractual,
technical, industry, AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS)
requirements and internal policies Regularly generate and publish
Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) metrics Facilitate and lead
cross-functional team in failure analysis, Root Cause and
Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations, including identifying
non-conformances, providing solutions, tracking issues to closure
and leading Corrective Action Boards (CAB) Ensure identification,
physical control, and disposition of non-conforming material and
facilitate Material Review Board (MRB) when necessary Support work
instruction development and maintenance activities by reviewing
work instructions, test instructions, auditing processes, and
assuring configuration management Development and maintenance of
inspection instructions, ensuring inspection instructions meet the
technical data package requirements and meet production needs
Regularly interface with Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)
Daily status meetings with the factory support, factory management,
hourly employees, and internal stakeholders to manage issue Conduct
weekly meetings to help reduce cost of poor quality and facilitate
timely red rack dispositions Qualifications You Must Have:
Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or
Mathematics (STEM) Minimum of five (5) years of experience in
related Quality, Operations, Engineering, or related discipline
Experience in supporting design and/or manufacturing process
Manufacturing process experience in one of the following:
(assembly, inspection, test) Experience with engineering principles
and design analysis techniques The ability to obtain and maintain
an US security clearance prior to the start date (U.S. citizenship
is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security
clearance) The ability to obtain and maintain an ATF (Bureau of
Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives) clearance prior to the
start date Qualifications We Value: Existing DoD Secret Clearance
Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 Quality Management System
Experience with AS9102 First Article Inspection Requirements
Demonstrate ability to understand engineering drawings, work
instructions, Bill of Materials (BOMs), consumable materials
control, process disciplines and tool control Strong interpersonal
skills with experience in negotiating, having difficult
conversations, and ability to work well with factory management,
hourly employees, and internal stakeholders Experience in leading
cross-functional teams in auditing process and product/process
improvements in the factory or at suppliers Experience with AS9145
- Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part
Approval Process (PPAP) Six Sigma or ASQ Certification Data
analysis; development and usage of actionable metrics What We
Offer: Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance
with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value:
Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
Learn More & Apply Now! Check out what it's like at Raytheon in
Tucson, AZ 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 As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure
hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of
the interview process in-person at one of our office locations,
regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or
remote. The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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 Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other
applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides
affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a
Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of
the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment
Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to
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