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We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Principal Supply Chain and Development Engineer to play a key leadership role in driving supplier performance, quality assurance, and cross-functional collaboration across our Connected Aviation ecosystem. This position demands a strategic thinker with expertise in supplier development, quality systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Youll be instrumental in partnering with engineering, sourcing, and cybersecurity teams to assess, qualify, and onboard suppliers—from hardware and software providers to cloud and technical service vendors. You will champion risk mitigation, compliance, and innovation, ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of our supply chain in alignment with rigorous industry standards and business goals.

What You Will Do: 

• Mentorship – Able to train, mentor, and coach at multi-professional levels to improve performance gaps.
• Lead Supplier performance by analyzing performance data and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Lead supplier performance by analyzing performance data and identifying opportunities for improvement. 
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives and promote standardization of supplier quality processes across Connected Aviation. 
• Lead cross-functional teams in pursuit of performance improvements aligned to department and organizational goals, a leadership advocate, and partner. 
• Partner with supply chain and engineering teams to assess, qualify, and onboard suppliers (e.g., hardware providers, software providers, cloud service vendors, technical consultants). 
• Preventing/minimizing business impact from supplied material defects and service interruptions; supplier quality risk mitigation. 
• Monitor supplier performance, including SLA adherence, incident trends, and compliance with cybersecurity and information assurance requirements. 
• Establish and maintain supplier quality standards, performance KPIs, and audit programs. 
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier-related issues, ensuring sustainable improvements. 
• Support supplier selection and sourcing decisions through quality input and risk assessments. 
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align supplier quality goals with contract deliverables, security standards (e.g., ISO 27001), and regulatory frameworks (e.g., ISO9001/90003 or AS9100/9115 for software quality).
• Onsite supplier engagements, including performance reviews and process improvements. 
• Certified Auditor able to mentor, train, and facilitate/lead Supplier Quality Management System and Quality Flow-down Audits. 
• Develop solutions to problems of unusual complexity which require a high degree of ingenuity, creativity, and innovation. 
• Provide project management guidance and support to projects and processes. 
• Exercise independent judgment methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. 
• Be an active member of different technology teams representing the Supply Chain Quality organization. 
• Leadership within supplier performance organizational strategies, development/enhancement of Supplier Quality standard work, and Customer communications. 
• Up to 50 domestic and global travel may be required.  

Qualifications You Must Have: 

• 3+ years of experience within a Quality role.
• Experience with ISO9000, or similar, Quality Management System (QMS) standards.
• Strong experience in conducting root cause analysis and corrective action.
• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer: 

• Familiarity with service-level agreements, software lifecycle quality, and service supplier management.
• Experience with continuous improvement, APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Six Sigma, Lean, Kaizen, 9S, etc.
• Understanding of cybersecurity and data protection requirements in a supplier context.
• Certification in quality (e.g., ASQ CQE, CQA) or auditing is a plus.
• Strong background in Supply Chain Performance Management.
• Project Management and Change Management experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills - able to influence others at all levels within an organization.
• Strong presentation skills - able to analyze and present data to all levels of leadership.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Supply Chain or Supplier Quality type roles.
• SAP or similar ERP system experience.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees 

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option 

• Employee Scholar Program, tuition reimbursement program 

• Life insurance and disability coverage 

• Optional coverages you can buy: Pet Insurance, Home and Auto, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal 

• Ovia Health, fertility and family planning 

• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 5 free counseling sessions 

• Incentives for a Healthy You 

• Bright Horizons, back-up child / elder care and college coach resources 

• Autism Benefit 

• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits 

• Adoption Assistance 

• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program 

• And more! 

Learn More & Apply Now!

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.  

Onsite: 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.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

The salary range for this role is 112,000 USD - 224,000 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.

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.

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.

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.

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