Continuous Improvement Quality Engineer

Date Posted: 2026-09-21 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site) Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ 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: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date 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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. 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 Summary We are excited to welcome a detail-oriented and enthusiastic Continuous Improvement Quality Engineer (QE) to our Operations Quality Assurance team in Tucson, Arizona. In this role, you will be onsite to interface with other Operations QEs and the factory teams supporting production. You'll collaborate with various teams to identify and resolve quality issues, drive improvements, and maintain compliance with industry regulations. As an Operations Quality Engineer at RTX, you will play a key role in upholding our reputation for excellent product performance and reliability. This position offers a great opportunity for someone looking to grow in the field of Continuous Improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, and Quality Assurance. You'll lead strategic initiatives that enhance operational performance, reduce waste, drive sustainable process improvements, and perform root cause analysis and corrective action to address complex issues. If you're passionate about quality assurance and enjoy working in a dynamic, innovative setting, we encourage you to apply and join our energetic team! What You Will Do Use structured problem-solving methodologies, data analysis, and Lean/Six Sigma tools to identify opportunities, optimize workflows, and strengthen quality and efficiency Partner closely with cross-functional factory teams to implement solutions, monitor results, and promote a culture of continuous improvement Ensure improvements align with business objectives, customer requirements, and compliance standards while fostering engagement and collaboration at all levels of the organization Develop improvement project plans and gain approval, sponsorship, and stakeholders within Operations Quality and factory leadership teams Document return on investments (ROI), all project details upon conclusion, and share out the lessons learned with other factories Facilitate and lead cross-functional teams in failure analysis, Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations, including identifying non-conformances, providing solutions, and tracking issues to closure Regularly interface with factory support, factory management, hourly employees, internal stakeholders, internal customers, and external customers through face to face and teleconferencing interactions in a fast-paced environment with plenty of challenging opportunities Coach Operations QEs through their continuous improvement projects by providing Subject Matter Expertise (SME) input on lean / six sigma and problem-solving tools and methods Strong interpersonal skills with experience in negotiating, having difficult conversations, and ability to work well with factory management, hourly employees, and internal stakeholders Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a bachelor’s in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and five (5) years of experience in related Quality, Operations, Engineering Previous experience in the analysis of data and development of actionable metrics for identifying areas for improvement and tracking the effectiveness of implemented changes. Experience with engineering principles and design analysis techniques Experience in supporting design and/or manufacturing process Experience with project management, problem solving methods The ability to obtain an INTERIM U.S. based clearance prior to start date. (U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance) The ability to obtain and maintain an ATF (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives) clearance prior to the start date Qualifications We Prefer Existing DoD Secret Clearance Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 Quality Management System Experience in Product/Process Failure Modes & Effects Analysis, Statistical Analysis Motivated and self-starting team player who achieves results and continuously strives for Six Sigma or ASQ Certification Master’s degree in engineering, Science, Mathematics, or Business High computer proficiency, including skills working with Microsoft Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio) and statistical analysis tools (Minitab, JMP) Learn