Date Posted:
2026-04-24Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-CA-FAIRFIELD-3530 ~ 3530 Branscombe Rd ~ BRANSCOMBEPosition 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 RequiredThe Collins Aerospace site in Fairfield, CA has an opening for Principal Customer (Program) Quality Engineer. This position will be key in monitoring Quality and Continuous Improvement activities and in representing the Quality function with our key customers.
The role requires an individual capable of working collaboratively with the all functions as part of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) in the value stream. Supporting functional groups to implement process improvements through application of appropriate tools, to drive positive change within the company culture. Resulting in measurable improvements in the customer scorecard. A positive attitude, drive for continuous improvement and ensuring the voice of the customer is represented at all times are essential for this role. Candidates should be confident, self-motivated, work well within a team and have the ability to communicate and work at all levels within the business.
What You Will Do:
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Promote the Quality culture in the business, through compliance to the QMS, requirements of AS9100 and adherence to Quality Cardinal Rules
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Work closely with Operations to ensure product meets requirements and provide guidance in all matters related to Customer Requirements
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Drive problem resolution through to completion for customer SCAR’s and internal escapes. Ensuring key milestones are met, i.e. Containment, Root Cause Analysis, Mistake Proofing
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Utilizes PPAP core elements (PFMEA, MSA, Process Flow and Control Plans, etc.) to identify risks and propose mitigation solutions
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Participate in contract review, ensuring customer specific requirements are understood and effectively communicate throughout the business
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Maintain reports, databases and assists with the management of the QMS including: customer scorecards, corrective actions, manufacturing dashboards and CPI project tracker, updating weekly and monthly quality reports as required
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Participate in customer calls and coordinate / host 2nd party (customer) visits and site audits
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Understands and communicate the ‘voice of the customer’ (externally and internally) in decisions affecting quality and performance.
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Work with functional groups to help internal customers define and establish quality and process improvements
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Ability to communicate and work at all levels within the business
Qualifications You Must Have:
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Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
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Experience working in regulated or quality-controlled environments where established standards and procedures guide product or process quality
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Experience supporting or operating within a Quality Management System (QMS), including participation in quality processes, documentation, or compliance activities
Qualifications We Prefer:
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Previous aerospace/aviation AS9100 industry experience is desirable
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3 years of experience of working in Quality Management preferred
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Basic knowledge of business management systems ERP / MRP (SAP), configuration tools etc.
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Previous experience in customer facing Quality role, such as hosting customer visits and audits
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Previous experience negotiating with customers to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes
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The ability to read and understand data reports to analyze opportunities for improvement is preferred
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Ability to work under pressure while maintaining poise and tact in dealing with quality issues
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Proficient in Office 365
What We Offer:
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
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Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
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Tuition reimbursement program
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Student Loan Repayment Program
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Life insurance and disability coverage
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Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
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Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
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Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
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Adoption Assistance
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Autism Benefit
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Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
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Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
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Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
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Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
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Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
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And more!
Relocation Eligibility
Learn More & Apply Now!
Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
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.
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
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 95,500 USD - 181,700 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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