Leadership Development Program - Operations, Quality Engineering (Starts June 2026)

Date Posted:

2025-06-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

VA108: 1100 Wilson Blvd, Arlington 1100 Wilson Boulevard , Arlington, VA, 22209 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

RTX Corporation 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 Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 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, VA.   

Recruiting now for programs beginning June 2026!  

• Our two-year, rotational Operations Quality Engineering Leadership Development Program (OLDP-QE) provides challenging opportunities via three 8-month rotational assignments across the enterprise as you move to locations around the U.S.A. 
• Not willing/able to relocate to a new state every eight months while in program?  Check out RTX Careers for other great opportunities
• Receive high-caliber training, mentoring & guidance from RTX leaders, current & alumni LDPs to build a strong lasting global network 
• Program intended for internal RTX interns/co-ops, & external entry level professionals looking to create value & grow their career at RTX 

What You Will Do

• Rotation role & responsibilities will vary & align with one or more of the following: Operations Quality, Supplier Quality, Software Quality, Regulatory Compliance, Escape Management, Continuous Improvement, and Customer/Program Quality  
• Stretch your capabilities and enhance learning with frontline, hands-on assignments 
• Relocate to different RTX cities/states while in program to broaden your exposure to the business and further develop your leadership and functional skills and business acumen 

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducts activities to modify, apply, and ensure supplier flow-down compliance, control systems and protocols
• Performs data analysis and develops corrective actions for nonconformances and escapes
• Identifies opportunities for improvements and efficiencies
• Ensures process control documentation is in compliance
• Collaborates with suppliers to ensure quality standards are being upheld
• Develops proactive quality initiative strategies and drives their implementation
• Interface with customers to ensure compliance and resolution of any reported issues

• Stretch your capabilities and enhance learning with frontline, hands-on assignments 
• Relocate to different RTX cities/states while in program to broaden your exposure to the business and further develop your leadership and functional skills and business acumen 

Qualifications You Must Have

• Willing and able to move anywhere in the U.S.A.
• Bachelor’s OR Master's degree in in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or other related Engineering discipline. Degree must be obtained by June 2026.
• Relevant internship/co-op or work experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, communication, interpersonal & analytical skills.
• 3.0 GPA.
• Self-motivated & team-oriented; able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• You have a strong demonstrated desire for a career in Quality Assurance / Quality Engineering.
• You have had an introduction to quality principles and tools.
• Ability to work with all levels of management, shop personnel and outside vendors 
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Office programs. 

What We Offer

• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flex