Operations Quality Engineer II 2nd shift onsite Andover, MA

Position Overview

We are seeking an Operations Quality Engineer with hands‑on hardware quality experience to become a key part of the Effectors Operations Quality organization. The Operations Quality Team assures product and process quality with an emphasis on Product Compliance, Customer Satisfaction and Continuous Improvement.

• Baseline factory metrics (scrap, rework, FPY, etc.), identify top drivers, forecast future demand for these drivers and identify areas of opportunity for improvement.
• Engage manufacturing defect prevention teams to align on top priorities (using baseline data and forecast) to drive containment, Root Cause Analysis, and Corrective Action Implementation.
• Perform process walks, operator observations, and lead manufacturing team discussions to reduce variation and drive process enhancements.
• Lead/Drive Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) initiatives (PFMEA, control plans, SPC, etc.) using baseline metrics and future demand; verify and validate improvements and efficiencies.
• Identify supplier escapes/issues and ensure proper containment and backflow to the Supplier Quality Management team.
• Support 2nd shift operations with an 8% shift differential above base pay.

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working within electrical, mechanical, system, manufacturing/industrial, or supplier engineering.
• Experience in first article inspection reports (FAIRs) and/or quality monitoring in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Experience developing or using quality metrics or Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations.
• Experience interpreting drawings, work instructions, and/or customer specifications.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required.

• J-STD-001, Six Sigma, Lean experience and/or ASQ Certifications.
• Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100 and/or AS9102 quality management systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of key process characteristics and ability to implement effective process control techniques.
• Strong familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality management systems.
• Proficiency in pareto analysis, cause/effect diagrams, and process mapping.
• Ability to facilitate cross‑functional teams in systematic improvement activities (e.g., Six‑Sigma, lean manufacturing).

• Salary range: $68,900–$131,100 USD.
• Benefits:
  Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Potential eligibility for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs, and other performance‑based incentives.
• Role is U.S.
  
  -based; relocation assistance is not offered.

This position requires a U.S. government issued security clearance (DoD Secret). U.S. citizenship is required.

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.