Supplier Quality Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-10-29



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513PW ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ PW BLDG



Position Role Type:

Onsite



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 Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret



Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world.

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We are currently looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to work at our McKinney, Texas facility.

This is an onsite role in McKinney, TX.

What You Will Do:

• The Counterfeit Avoidance Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) plays a vital role in ensuring the integrity of Raytheon’s supplier base by mitigating counterfeit avoidance risks.
• This position involves collaboration with supply chain, program managers, engineering teams, and suppliers to ensure compliance with Raytheon’s policies and contractual requirements.
• You will contribute to maintaining high standards of quality and reliability in procurement processes while staying current with industry practices.

What You Will Learn:

• Interpret quality requirements, industry standards, and contractual regulations for application to Raytheon procurements.
• Support the maintenance and improvement of Raytheon’s counterfeit avoidance policies.
• Ensure counterfeit avoidance requirements are effectively communicated and flowed down to suppliers.
• Coordinate approvals for high-risk counterfeit procurements.
• Conduct collaborative communication with suppliers, cross-business teams, and customers.
• Support independent distributor approval and maintenance efforts, including recurring assessments.
• Attend counterfeit avoidance industry conferences and seminars to align with best practices.
• Travel within the United States (<10%) to assess approved independent distributors and associated testing laboratories

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 2 years of experience.
• Experience with quality assurance concepts and methodologies.
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience working with management to resolve engineering issues.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Confidential security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Previous work experience in quality engineering.
• Experience with developing solutions to issues using a systematic approach.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with counterfeit avoidance industry standards and practices.
• Ability to work independently under general direction.

Learn More & Apply Now

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.

This position does not provide relocation assistance.

Clearance Information: This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), 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 here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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