COPQ Manufacturing Engineer

1 week ago


East Hartford, United States Raytheon Technologies Full time

Date Posted:

2024-09-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Pratt & 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.

Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.

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 are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer with a strong technical background to lead our Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) reduction efforts. This role will focus on identifying and resolving issues related to scrap, rework, and non-conformance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with machining or coatings processes and be capable of performing in-depth root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions, and driving cross-functional projects to improve production efficiency and product quality.

Key Responsibilities:

COPQ Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret production data to identify trends, process inefficiencies, and high-cost areas related to scrap, rework, and non-conformance. Process Improvement: Collaborate with manufacturing teams to develop and implement solutions that improve process reliability and reduce waste. Focus on continuous improvement in areas like machining accuracy, coating adherence, and material utilization. Data-Driven Decision Making: Use statistical process control (SPC) and other data analysis tools to identify and validate improvement opportunities. Present clear, actionable insights to leadership and stakeholders. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work across disciplines including quality, engineering, TVA suppliers, and operations to implement solutions and ensure alignment on quality improvement projects. Technical Reporting: Develop and present technical reports detailing COPQ performance, corrective action progress, and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure that all corrective actions are tracked and closed in a timely manner. Lean and Six Sigma Implementation: Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other advanced problem-solving techniques to eliminate waste and drive operational excellence.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on COPQ reduction, scrap minimization, or process improvement.  Strong background in machining, coatings, or surface treatment processes, with a thorough understanding of manufacturing tolerances, material behaviors, and production constraints. Proven ability to lead technical investigations, conduct root cause analysis, and drive implementation of corrective actions in a manufacturing environment. Experience with process control, statistical analysis, and using tools such as SPC, PFMEA, and DOE. Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies, with a track record of applying them to reduce defects and improve process efficiency. Strong technical communication skills for reporting out on COPQ metrics and presenting data-driven solutions to leadership and stakeholders. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt).

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.

The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 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.

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