Operations Quality Engineer; Onsite

Job Title

Operations Quality Engineer – Electric Power Systems Business Unit

Rockford, IL, 61125 USA

Onsite

Joining Collins Aerospace is not just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. This position supports the Electric Power Systems Business Unit in Rockford, IL. The engineer will manage day‑to‑day Quality Assurance (QA) activities that enable safe, compliant, and efficient production operations, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product performance, process capability, and customer satisfaction.

• Lead the identification of root cause and corrective action for internal escapes or turn‑backs that affect production flow, supporting the Program Quality team and customer escape resolution.
• Utilize problem‑solving skills to drive continuous improvement throughout the assembly environment.
• Create and manage control plans to ensure proper identification of KPIs and control of the assembly process.
• Partner with internal producer sites to implement and monitor proactive quality initiatives such as Zero Defect Plan (ZDP).
• Use corporate data streams to identify and report trends and improvement progress to the management team.
• Engage in a multifunctional value stream, collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality to align and execute quality objectives.

• Typical degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field.

• Prior quality experience in aerospace or another highly regulated manufacturing industry.
• Experience supporting both development and production programs.
• Proficiency with quality and problem‑solving tools.
• Experience creating and maintaining quality documents.
• Experience in customer‑facing quality initiatives.
• Familiarity with RCCA and/or other lean manufacturing principles.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student loan repayment program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages (pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection)
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health fertility and family planning
• Adoption assistance
• Autism benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan (up to 10 free counseling sessions)
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand and virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
• And more!

USD 66,000 – 130,000

Full‑time, Entry level

Quality Assurance, Automotive and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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 the Rehabilitation Act and the Veteran’s Employment Readjustment Assistance Act.