Raytheon Technologies

IAE Quality Engineer, Escape Management/Production Support (Onsite)

Raytheon Technologies$107K — $204K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience with minimum 8 years in quality engineering or manufacturing; or Advanced Degree with minimum 5 years.
  • Experience in Root Cause and Corrective Action processes.
  • Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), including AS9100 standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 15%.
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end Escape Management process for IAE AG and Pratt & Whitney operations.
  • Oversee governance and execution of quality escalation forums, ensuring accountability.
  • Manage improvement of Escape Management systems, including tracking and quality alerts.
  • Review and govern rework processes, aligning with functional teams.
  • Ensure compliance with VIS specifications and cosmetic standards across production environments.
  • Analyze quality data to identify recurring issues and opportunities for prevention.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on implementation of corrective actions.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and short/long-term disability options.
  • 401(k) matching.
  • Flexible spending accounts and flexible work schedules.
  • Employee assistance program and Employee Scholar Program.
  • Paid parental leave, time off, and holidays.
Full Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-06-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-OBG ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG OBG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

What will you do:

  • Lead the end-to-end Escape Management process for IAE AG and Pratt & Whitney operations, ensuring timely containment, root cause resolution, and effective corrective action across internal and supplier-driven escapes.
  • Own governance and execution of quality escalation forums, including Production Meetings and PRT reviews, driving accountability and closure of actions.
  • Manage and continuously improve Escape Management systems including QCARR tracking, Quality Alerts, production permits, and MRB dispositions.
  • Lead rework governance and review processes, including rework presentations, cosmetic reviews, and disposition alignment across functional teams.
  • Oversee compliance and application of VIS specifications, cosmetic standards, and cosmetic catalog requirements across production and supplier environments.
  • Drive systemic analysis of quality data to identify recurring issues, emerging risks, and opportunities for preventive action..
  • Partner with engineering, manufacturing, supplier quality, and program teams to implement corrective and preventive actions and improve overall product quality.
  • Maintain and publish key quality metrics, dashboards, and customer scorecards, ensuring transparency and alignment to business and customer expectations.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned to Lean and AS9100-based Quality Management Systems.
  • Influence and communicate across all levels of the organization to drive resolution, alignment, and sustained quality performance.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years experience in quality engineering, manufacturing operations, and/or engineering experience; or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
  • Root Cause and Corrective Action experience.
  • Understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS), including AS9100 standards, internal audits, and continuous improvement initiatives within aerospace manufacturing.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
  • Potential domestic and international travel required (up to 15%).

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement tools (Lean/Six Sigma).
  • Ability to make and meet commitments, balance, and resolve conflicting priorities.
  • Strong Project Management skills.
  • Knowledge of the P&W Quality Management System.
  • Working knowledge of complex engine component and assemblies.

What is my Role Type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

  • Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

About Raytheon Technologies

Raytheon Solipsys, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Raytheon Company, is an industry leader in the development of integrated Command and Control (C2) Network-Centric solutions for the Domestic and International DoD and Homeland Security. Through proven systems and software engineering practices, built on the invention and application of innovative technologies, they deliver the C2 infrastructure necessary to effectively control security/military forces in any environment. Their reliable solutions assure information superiority, increased shared awareness, deep sensor reach, aircraft control, air defense, disaster management, and time-critical decision making.

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Join the innovative world of Raytheon Technologies, a leader in aerospace and defense, where we offer unparalleled job opportunities in an environment that champions diversity, leadership, and professional growth.

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At Raytheon Technologies, you’ll be part of a company that values innovation and leadership. Our team is dedicated to solving some of the most complex challenges in aerospace and defense, making significant impacts worldwide. With a culture that fosters diversity and inclusion, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

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Whether you’re starting your career or looking to advance, Raytheon Technologies offers a range of employment and internship opportunities that can help you achieve your professional goals. Our internships provide a solid foundation of skills and experiences, while our full-time positions offer a path to personal and professional growth within the company.

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