F117 Heavy Maintenance Center Quality Manager

Date Posted: 2026-01-26

Country: United States of America

Location: US-OK-TINKER-AFB-CUST ~ 3001 Staff Dr ~ TINKER AFB (External Site)

Position Role Type: Onsite

Employment Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Security Clearance: Not Required

About Pratt & Whitney

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. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up.

About the Role

The PW Oklahoma City Quality team is looking for an F117 Heavy Maintenance Center Quality Manager who is energetic and motivated to oversee and manage the Quality Team in supporting production.

What You Will Do

• Lead the F117 Quality Inspection Team in validating the final quality of delivered product and the training and certification of inspectors and quality supervisors
• Develop and maintain a qualified Inspection Team to support F117 Program Deliverables
• Responsible for Quality Oversight of the overhaul process for F117 Engines and Modules at HMC OKC
• Oversee complete engine inspection aspects from Initial Induction, Overhaul, through to Final Customer release
• Lead and collaborate on multiple Cross Functional Teams supporting F117 Engine and Module Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul
• Establish and maintain relationships with Government Partnership Focal Points to support F117 Program Deliverables
• Serve as an issue resolution focal point working with engineering, operations, government partners, and customer support engineering to drive continuous improvement in products and processes
• Continuous evaluation and support of processes impacting F117 HMC activities
• Review metrics and drive data based continuous improvement efforts at F117 HMC
• Support the non-conforming material process within the F117 HMC Quality Non-conforming Material Hold area
• Train, mentor, and coach F117 HMC PW and USAF OC-ALC team members in the P&W Quality Management System
• Oversee First Article Inspection Process
• Oversee F117 HMC Quality metrics focusing on feedback loops and process improvement
• Manage Root Cause and Corrective Actions for material and process non-conformances
• Engage with US Government Customers as required
• Oversee the F117 Conformance inspection (CX) process and area

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years' experience

Preferred

• ACE/CORE Associate (Lean Six Sigma equivalency)
• Minimum 7 years of experience in quality assurance or experience with the following:
• Non-conforming materials
  • First article inspection
  • MRB
  • Leading continuous improvement
• Master's Degree
• Familiar with FAA standards, particularly FAR 145

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. For onsite roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.

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.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $132,400 USD - $251,600 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.

Eligible Benefits

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.

Additional Information

• 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

About RTX

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.