Quality Engineer 2nd shift (Onsite) - FAA REQUIRED at RTX · Lansing

Date Posted: 2026-07-01

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MI-LANSING-PLANT 1 ~ 5640 Enterprise Dr ~ PLANT 1

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 certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Pratt & Whitney Lansing, Michigan is a FAA regulated facility and as such under the U.S. Departments of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure products and processes meet engineering & customer requirements by applying configuration verification and internal audits.

Review engineering documentation, Quality procedures and test plans.

Collect and present Quality metrics on key process indicators.

Provide on-site Quality support to both internal and external customers.

Establish and maintain the Quality procedures and manuals for AS9100, regulating entities and FAA FAR Part 145 regulations requirements.

Serve as focal point for engineering, customer service support, and operations to investigate and resolve any quality issues.

Perform product, process, and system audits and verify root cause analysis and effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions taken.

Review and provide update on technical data changes, etc. as needed.

Review product first articles, PFMEA's, etc.

Collect and analyze data to identify adverse trends and improvement opportunities.

Participate on cross functional team projects to improve the overall organization and to develop a career path and leadership.

Willing to get cross trained on any other responsibilities of QA department as the need arises.

Monitor quality management system in accordance with AS9100 and other regulatory requirements.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science or Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent field required and minimum 3 years prior relevant experience, or

An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 2 years experience .

2+ years of aerospace quality assurance experience required.

Familiarity and comprehension of quality management system standards.

Reviewing engineering documentation and has technical writing skills.

Knowledge of Document Control and Calibration systems.

Familiarity with FAA background Part 145 required.

US Citizen required due to government contracts.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master of Science in Engineering with 2+ years of aerospace quality assurance experience.

A&P License strongly preferred.

Background in Aviation strongly preferred..

Self-motivated and takes initiative and can work independently.

Ability to be flexible, work under pressure and accept any change for business reasons.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

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.

Requires advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management. Practical to substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work.

Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience

Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree in Science,Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

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.

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