Date Posted:
2026-02-03Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-WV-BRIDGEPORT-1525 ~ 1525 Midway Park Rd ~ MIDWAY BLDG APosition Role Type:
OnsiteU.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 RequiredSecurity Clearance Status:
Not RequiredPratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally.
Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
What You Will Do
We have an exciting and rare opportunity at our Bridgeport, WV Engine Center for the position of Quality Manager. The Quality Manager is responsible for leading, maintaining, and continuously improving the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with industry standards, customer requirements, and regulatory authorities. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product safety, airworthiness, and customer satisfaction while driving a strong culture of quality across the organization and at the local level.
Key Responsibilities:
Quality Management System & Compliance
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Own and maintain the Aerospace QMS in compliance with AS9110
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Obtain / Maintain various National Aviation Authority certificates such as FAA, EASA
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Work with various customers to ensure quality requirements are met
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Ensure procedures, work instructions, and records are current, controlled, and effectively implemented
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Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies, certification authorities, and customer audits
Audits & Corrective Action
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Plan, lead, and participate in internal, external, customer, and regulatory audits
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Manage nonconformances, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and effectiveness verification
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Ensure timely closure of audit findings and continuous improvement initiatives
Operational Quality Oversight
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Oversee inspection activities (incoming, in-process, and final inspection) to ensure conformity to engineering and customer requirements
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Review and approve First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102
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Support production, engineering, and supply chain teams in resolving quality issues and driving defect reduction
Supplier Quality
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Develop and maintain supplier quality requirements and performance metrics
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Lead supplier audits, evaluations, and corrective action activities
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Collaborate with Supply Chain to improve supplier performance and reduce risk
Data, Metrics & Continuous Improvement
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Analyze quality data and KPIs (scrap, rework, escapes, customer complaints)
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Prepare and present quality performance reports to leadership
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Lead continuous improvement initiatives using CORE methodologies
Leadership & Culture
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Train and mentor quality staff and cross-functional teams on quality standards and best practices
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Promote a proactive quality culture focused on prevention, accountability, and continuous improvement
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Support new product introduction (NPI) and process changes to ensure quality is embedded from the start
Qualifications You Must Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field and a minimum of 10 years of quality experience in an aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing environment, OR an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
Qualifications We Prefer:
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3+ years in a leadership or management role within a quality department in the aviation industry
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Prior experience with test, assembly, disassembly, and other engine maintenance/overhaul procedures
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Strong working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, ISO 9001, and FAA/EASA regulations
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Experience leading audits and managing corrective action systems
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Proficiency with root cause analysis tools (primarily 5 Why)
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Quality certifications (CQE, CQA, ASQ, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt)
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Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and electronic QMS platforms
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Background supporting both production and development environments
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.
Learn More & Apply Now!
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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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