Field Supplier Quality Engineer

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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Job Description:

The Field Supplier Quality Engineer (FSQE) is the primary quality interface between Raytheon and the external supply base. The FSQE provides both communication of requirements and performance feedback to the supplier as well as being a conduit for Quality information back to internal functions within RTN. The SQE’s role includes execution of Source Inspections, Supplier Assessments, Supplier Engagements, Special Process Management, Contract Review/Requirement Flowdowns, and First Article Validation.

They facilitate problem resolution with a strong RCCA background, meeting facilitation and continuous improvement activities using RTN SQ tools and APQP elements. In addition, the SQE is a key player in the management of Supplier’s performance and development. The SQE represents RTN professionally and supports Raytheon Technologies Vision, Values, Strategy and Goals in the supply base.

Location Information:

This position entails assignment as a Field Supplier Quality Engineer in the western region of the US and is fully remote. Visits to local Supplier facilities will be required and will require a home office be maintained. Candidate is required to live in or immediately adjacent to Tucson, Arizona and within 50 miles of a major international airport. 

Domestic travel is composed of driving within a 50-300 mile radius and flying to various western states. Travel, which includes day trips and some overnight, is expected 60% of the time. Travel to support suppliers in the western states (CA, OR, WA, NV, AZ, UT, ID,MT, etc.) is required as needed. This position is expected to be 40 hours per week with some periodic overtime.

NOTE - this position does not provide relocation assistance

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

• Planning and performing in-process and final source inspection of product at suppliers in accordance with applicable drawing and purchase order requirements
• Interpreting purchase order quality notes and quality requirements to ensure subcontractor/supplier understanding
• Ensuring flow down of Product requirements both internally and to sub-tier suppliers and ensuring compliance with quality …