Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

Raytheon Vision Systems (RVS) has been a technology development and manufacturing leader of infrared systems for over 70 years, and it continues to be one of the industry stakeholders in the production of high-tech vision products for a variety of space, tactical and commercial applications. RVS is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer (QE) to implement and develop quality engineering and customer quality flow-down requirements throughout proposal and program life cycle with our Focal Planes Operations group.

This position is an onsite role located in Goleta, CA.

What You Will Do :

• Create or tailor existing quality planning to administer customer and internal quality requirements
• Implement quality engineering responsibilities as a member of a program Integrated Product Team (IPT)
• Ensure programmatic and technical risks are identified, contained, and managed throughout each phase of the program implementation
• Ensure quality engineering engagement in program development, design and build, including the transition of design to production
• Aid multi-functional teams in problem resolution and continuous improvement activities with an emphasis on 8D, Six Sigma, Lean Practices and other critical thinking improvement methods and resources
• Complete Internal First Article Inspections (FAIs)
• Provide program performance data utilizing predictive and proactive measures and metrics
• Maintain positive relationships with program administration, cross-functional program stakeholders, suppliers, customers, and government representatives.

Qualifications You Must Have :

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and Two (2) years of engineering experience.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Quality, Engineering or Operations with working knowledge of business strategic planning and proposal, engineering development, material and service acquisition, production, test, product acceptance and post-delivery assistance.
• Experience in Quality Management Systems IS0 9001, AS9100.
• Working experience of Quality Requirements and Standards.
• Working experience with Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methodology, systems, and resources.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer :

• Working experience in predictive and proactive measures and metrics assessments and actions to improve performance or mitigate problems.
• Infrared industry, semiconductor processing or DoD industry experience.
• Past or present member of Material and Failure non-conformance review boards (MRB/FRB).
• Experience in developing or a member of risk & opportunity management, assessment, mitigation, and capture.
• American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer or Six Sigma Certification.
• Experience with statistical and metrics software (e.g., Tableau, Minitab).
• Experience with factory systems and software (e.g., SAP, Windchill).
• Knowledge and experience with Focal Plane manufacturing processes and clean rooms.
• Ability to work with program team members to develop practical solutions to complex problems.
• Thorough written and verbal presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

What We Offer :

• Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
• Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.

The salary range for this role is 75,800 USD - 144,200 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…