Date Posted:

2026-10-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MS-FOREST-431 ~ 19859 Hwy 80 ~ BLDG 431

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Raytheon is seeking a Sr Engineer, Quality Engineer providing engineering support and expertise to Raytheon Airborne Systems to ensure compliance with contractual, company, and regulatory requirements. This position will provide education and knowledge on the use of quality resources in the administration of the Quality System. They will manage projects and/or processes with minimal oversight and provide measurable input to new products, processes, or standards in operational plans to implement customer integrations and/or objectives. The position works in a SCIF environment with flexible work hours to accommodate work/life balance practices.

What You Will Do

·         Lead Quality functions with the Advanced Radar Systems within Forest Ms

·         Lead and/or participate in Root Cause analysis and CORE initiatives

·         Manage Quality specific metrics

·         Be a Leader among your peers as for Quality knowledge and processes

·         Actively pursue methods and process to improve overall Quality of our product

·         At times will lead both the Box and Pod manufacturing areas

Qualifications you must have:

·         Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and 5 years of prior engineering experience.

·         Experience with working with DCMA, USN, and USG.

·         Experience with AS 9100/ISO9001  quality management systems or equivalent 

·         Previous work experience engaging with  cross-functional stakeholders in failure analysis, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions 

·         Experience with Six Sigma methodology (CORE) and tools such as lean manufacturing, diagnostic, process optimization and continuous improvement 

·         Experience with microelectronic fab, manufacturing and assembly  

·         Experience with metrology, measurement tools and practices 

·         The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

 

 

Qualifications we prefer:

·         Experience working with external suppliers and mechanical inspection techniques 

·         Experience in supporting design and manufacturing processes and could work within a cross-functional team environment

·         Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)  

·         Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills 

·         Ability to work with internal and external customers in efforts to reducing and eliminating quality defects  

·         Hands on use of statistical process controls for process monitoring, qualification and/or design feedback 

·         Familiar with lean manufacturing concepts  

·         Ability to effectively juggle multiple tasks and priorities. 

·         Ability to collaborate and team with multiple internal functions and external organizations to provide best value solutions to our customers 

·         Active DoD Secret security clearance

 

Learn More and Apply Now!

This position is on-site at our Forest, MS facility and there is no relocation assistance available.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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.

 

Clearance Information: This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

 

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 78,200 USD - 148,600 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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