Principal Engineer, Quality Engineering

Position Overview

Joining Collins Aerospace – an RTX company – means embarking on a journey to redefine aerospace technology. As the Principal Engineer, Quality Engineering for Fort Worth Military Landing Gear, you will serve as the technical lead for the Quality Engineering discipline. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering, and Customers to drive quality transformation, continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with stringent standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Accelerate the Military Landing Gear Quality transformation by leveraging your expertise in Quality Engineering fundamentals.
• Project manage Quality Engineering responsibilities across all stages from design through delivery.
• Lead, train, coach, and mentor Quality Engineers to ensure accountability and skill development.
• Support Continuous Improvement and functional transformation initiatives through CORE methodologies and autonomous problem solving.
• Manage Corrective Action Plans for SRR reduction projects, customer escapes, audit findings, and other significant issues.
• Lead cross-functional teams to investigate and close out Root Cause Corrective and Preventive Actions (RCCA/CAPA) with strong accountability.
• Utilize various Root Cause Analysis tools to resolve complex issues and implement Level 1 Mistake Proofing solutions.
• Identify opportunities for technology insertions that improve mistake proofing and increase efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance on quality standards, specifications, and processes.
• Review and approve engineering and manufacturing changes that affect quality standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality documentation including work instructions, inspection plans, and control plans.
• Collect, analyze, and act on data and Quality KPIs (e.g., SRR, Escapes, Noncompliances) to drive improvements.
• Lead product/process audits to validate Quality Control and Assurance effectiveness, including Corrective Action validations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and program IPTs to ensure quality throughout the product lifecycle.
• Drive improvements in key defect drivers, processes, and systems to enhance assembly performance.
• Promote a culture of risk identification, mitigation, and proactive problem solving.
• Interface regularly with customer quality representatives and DCMA to ensure alignment and compliance.
• Contribute to strategic planning and goal-setting efforts for the team and department.
• Provide input for new processes or standards that support broader business strategies.
• Continuously improve and maintain your skills, knowledge, qualifications, and certifications.

Required Qualifications

• A degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Experience with AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Proven track record in leading root cause corrective actions (RCCA) and applying quality methodologies and tools.
• Expertise in Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement practices.
• Experience with data mining and analysis of large datasets.
• Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional projects, reporting Quality KPIs to leadership, and presenting program performance to customers.

Preferred Qualifications

• RTX CORE Professional Certification.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
• Proficiency in Excel, SAP, Solumina MES, and Tableau.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Experience in a fast-paced assembly environment.
• Proven ability to manage and reduce all elements of COPQ.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Salary range of 101,000 USD - 203,000 USD (good faith estimate based on experience, location, education, and key skills).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan including employer matching funds and additional retirement contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and optional coverages (pet, home, auto, critical illness, etc.).
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Assistance programs including Ovia Health, Autism Benefit, and Employee Assistance Plan (up to 10 free counseling sessions).
• Wellness rewards program, virtual doctor visits, and child/elder care services.