Quality Process Engineer - ACF

Date Posted: 2026-09-18 Country: United States of America Location: US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required 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.  Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. What You Will Do: Pratt & Whitney is constructing an Advanced Casting Foundry (ACF) within its Asheville, NC factory. We’re looking for an experienced Quality Engineer for this greenfield business.   Key Responsibilities:  This position is for a Process Quality Engineering role within the ACF responsible for ensuring our Control plans meet customer requirements both for their department and through the entire product value stream.  They develop quality controls, conduct inspections, perform root cause analysis, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to minimize defects and prevent customer escapes.   Works autonomously with limited oversight from manager. Responsibilities include: Develops and implements Quality signature improvement strategies and systemic controls in partnership with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations Leadership role in PRTs and Technical investigations Analyze and present complex data to support quality signature improvements Identify and establish required QMS improvements to support this new internal product line Lead activities to support FAA & AS9100 scope expansion and maintain compliance Solid commercial and financial awareness with a full understanding of how failures impact business financials, customer satisfaction, and future orders Lead Process Improvement opportunities using DMAIC, CORE and Lean Strategies to enhance quality, decrease process cycle time, and reduce operational costs Provide technical expertise of non-conforming material and support the communication and processing of quality notifications through the Material Review Board (MRB) process Define and implement plans to support the objectives of the business including Quality, CORE, and financial metrics Provide effective communication to ensure alignment as a leader within the Quality and ACF organizations Qualifications You Must Have: Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience or an advanced degree and 3years of experience Experience in Manufacturing , specifically with a Quality and/ or Process focus US Citizenship required due to government contract Qualifications We Value: Demonstrated product and process improvement Knowledgeable / experienced in AS9100 / ISO 9001 Quality systems PW Quality system experience Working knowledge/ proficiency in Quality tools such as FAI, PFMEA, DFMEA, GR&R, GD&T elements, etc. Experienced in root cause corrective action and eliminating non-conformances Practical DMAIC, CORE, Six Sigma experience or other Lean Systems experience Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively with associates at all levels of the organization A strong desire to succeed and pursue continued growth and developmental opportunities Ability to meet commitments, balance and resolve conflicting priorities High energy, dynamic individual who strives for continuous improvement Results focused work ethic to resolve issues in a timely manner 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. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. Requires advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management. Practical to substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work. Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree in Science,Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations. 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.