Europe Supplier Quality Engineer

Date Posted:

2025-07-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RMA99: RTN Remote, Massachusetts

Position Role Type:

Remote

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

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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. 

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The International Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is the primary quality interface between Raytheon and the external supply base. The SQE provides both communication of requirements and performance feedback to the supplier as well as being a conduit for Quality information across other Raytheon teams.  This role leads and supports the execution of Supplier Assessments, First Article Inspection verification, Source Inspection, problem resolution, and continuous improvement activities at suppliers.  You will be a key player in the management of Supplier performance and development and represent Raytheon’s Vision, Values, Strategy and Goals in the international supply base.

This position is a Remote, US-based fly-away role, with preference of the individual living/working from the east coast region.

• This position is responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of suppliers across the European region.  Frequent international travel is expected, up to 50%, as required to support material acceptance and supplier engagements according to program and supplier schedules.
• This position is currently designated as fully remote. However, the successful candidate will be required to work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. Territories).

What You Will Do

• Interpret quality requirements and assist suppliers in the development of robust processes 
• Ensure flow down of requirements internally and to sub-tier suppliers
• Assess/develop supplier’s quality capabilities throughout the product life cycle
• Identify and correct systemic performance issues
• Implement effective Root Cause Corrective Action
• Conduct collaborative communication with supplier, cross business teams and customer
• Deploy effective Supplier Quality Management techniques
• Support supplier maintenance efforts such as recurring audits, special process upkeep, and certification maintenance.
• Work as the liaison between the Program and Subcontractor
• This position is a remote role, and the selected applicant will work with the hiring manager to set schedule.

Qualifications You Must Have  

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in (STEM) Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or other related discipline and 5 years of prior relevant technical experience.
• Experience with Supplier Quality Management working with suppliers to understand and develop product to Raytheon and customer requirements
• Experience with commercial and aerospace / defense regulations and/or standards of a commercial equivalent with any of the following:  AS9100, AS9102, ISO-9000, ISO-9001, AS9145
• Experience with Military/Defense or Aerospace Industry specifications/standards
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required after start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with any combination of: mechanical assemblies, circuit card assemblies, and testing. Knowledge and understanding of major end items is also beneficial.
• Knowledge of Root Cause Corrective Action processes
• Experience with hardware inspection techniques
• Familiarity creating and/or verifying First Article Inspection Reports in accordance with AS9102
• Proven success in building and maintaining relationships with customers or partners (both internal and external to Raytheon)
• International Experience, preferably in aerospace or defense industries
• Experience working with Government Agencies in a production floor environment (such as DCMA, MDA, etc.)
• Practical knowled