Hardware Quality Engineer

Position Details

Date Posted: 2026-01-14

Country: United States of America

Location: MA101: Andover MA 350 Lowell St Essex, Andover, MA, 01810 USA

Role Type: Onsite

Salary Range: $68,900 USD - $131,100 USD

Security Clearance 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
• DoD Clearance: Secret level required

About the Role

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.

We are seeking a Hardware Quality Engineer with hands-on hardware quality experience to become a key part of Sensors Operations Quality organization. Here at Raytheon, our Operations Quality Team assures product and process quality with an emphasis on Product Compliance, Customer Satisfaction and Continuous Improvement.

Responsibilities

• Establish baseline factory metrics (e.g., scrap, rework, FPY), identify key drivers, forecast future demand, and highlight improvement opportunities
• Partner with Manufacturing Defect Prevention teams to align on top priorities using baseline data and forecasts to drive containment, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
• Conduct process walks, operator observations, and lead manufacturing team discussions to reduce process variation and improve performance
• Lead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) initiatives, including PFMEA, Control Plans, and SPC, using baseline metrics and projected demand
• Identify supplier escapes or issues and ensure proper containment and feedback to the Supplier Quality Management team
• Verify and validate implemented improvements to assess effectiveness

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or other technical field of study
• Minimum of two (2) years related engineering experience
• Manufacturing process experience in one of the following processes: assembly, inspection, or test
• Previous experience working in cross functional process improvement teams
• Experience in identifying root cause and initiating/implementing effective short-term and long-term corrective actions
• Experience with quality metrics that may be used to drive true root cause and long-term corrective actions
• Demonstrated knowledge of key process characteristics and ability to implement effective process control techniques
• Experience with technical standards, interpreting drawings, work instructions, Bill of Materials (BOMs), consumable materials control, process disciplines and tool control
• Strong familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality management systems
• Six Sigma, ASQ Certifications
• Proficient in the use of pareto analysis, cause/effect diagrams, process mapping
• Able to facilitate cross-functional teams in systematic improvement activities (e.g. Six-sigma, lean manufacturing)
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance
• U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of key process characteristics and ability to implement effective process control techniques
• Experience with industry technical standards, interpreting drawings, work instructions, Bill of Materials (BOMs), consumable materials control, process disciplines and tool control
• Strong familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality management systems
• Six Sigma, ASQ Certifications
• Proficient in the use of pareto analysis, cause/effect diagrams, process mapping
• Able to facilitate cross-functional teams in systematic improvement activities (e.g. Six-sigma, lean manufacturing)
• Existing US DoD Secret (or higher) clearance

Work Environment

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.

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.

Benefits

RTX offers a total rewards package that includes:

• Compensation
• Healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits
• Career development and recognition programs
• Parental (including paternal) leave
• Flexible work schedules
• Achievement awards
• Educational assistance
• Child/adult backup care
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• Paid time off and holidays

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.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Security Clearance Information

This position requires security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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 Statement

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.