Senior Quality Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-01-31

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-PA-MIDDLETOWN-181 ~ 181 Fulling Mill Rd ~ FULLING MILL

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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. Are you ready to go beyond?

What You Will Do:

The Quality Engineer ensures that products and processes meet quality standards through inspection, testing, analysis, and implementation of improvements. This role also ensures compliance with regulatory and industry standards. The Quality Engineer works closely with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, engineering and supply chain to investigate quality issues, improve processes, and drive continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement quality standards, policies, and procedures.

• Create and maintain quality documentation, including inspection illustrated plans, test procedures, and reports.

• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards (e.g.  AS9100).

• Drive manufacturing process improvements and ensure product builds meet engineering and quality requirements.

• Lead structured problem-solving and root cause investigations (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, 8D, RedX, Shainin) for internal and external quality issues.

• Perform escape management processes and lead corrective/preventive action efforts (CAPA).

• Apply UPPAP tools such as PFMEA, MSA, Process Flow, and Control Plans to manage and mitigate risk.

• Interface with fellow quality and manufacturing engineers, structures design engineers, engineering management, operations, shop floor personnel, and external vendors.

• Analyze nonconformities and design-related issues to recommend and implement corrective actions.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving quality, first-pass yield (FPY), and reducing cycle times or costs.

• Analyze quality data and key performance metrics to identify trends, recurring problems, and opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Support AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAI) and related documentation.

• Support internal and external audits to evaluate quality systems and compliance.

• Serve as a quality resource and advisor for manufacturing floor personnel and stakeholders.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8+ years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5+ years experience

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment

• Experience interpreting and understanding technical drawings/reports, manuals, and work instructions

• Experience in driving cost reduction or quality yield improvement projects

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Knowledge of Statistical Process Controls and Capability analysis

• Experience with AS9100 Quality Management System

• Experience with AS9102 First Article Inspection Requirements

• Six Sigma, CORE, Shainin RedX Problem Solving, or ASQ Certification

• Strong interpersonal skills with experience in negotiating, having difficult conversations, and ability to work well with factory management, hourly employees, and internal stakeholders

What is my Role Type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

• Onsite: Employees who are worki