Senior Design Quality EngineerCollins Aerospace Global Engineering & Technology Center in Puerto Rico (GETC-PR) is looking to hire a Senior Design Quality Engineer to provide quality-focused technical and process oversight of product developments throughout their lifecycle. As a Development Quality & Integrity (DQI) team member you will ensure designs meet quality expectations, as well as customer, regulatory, and other requirements, and influence the adoption of engineering best practices to identify and eliminate defects before delivery.This position will sit at our Aguadilla, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.This role is categorized as hybrid, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.What you will do:Perform independent software Design quality assurance reviews of lifecycle data (plans, standards, requirements, design, code, and test artifacts) to ensure compliance with DO-178 objectivesEnsure all software processes adhere to approved plans (PSAC, SDP, SVP, SCMP, SQAP) and meet certification requirementsEstablish and maintain verification environments and automated test frameworks in line with DO-178 verification strategiesOwn and drive delivery of quality software releases, ensuring lifecycle data completeness and traceabilityWitness and support Verification Activities including reviews, analyses, and formal qualification testing (FQT); log and track anomalies to closureDevelop and maintain verification checklists, procedures, and ensure adequate coverage (requirements, structural/code coverage as applicable)Collect, analyze, and report verification metrics (defects, coverage, review efficiency, test results)Identify process non-compliances, document them as deviations, and ensure resolution in line with certification requirementsEnsure consistency, completeness, and correctness of all lifecycle data and certification recordsMaintain and update Plan for Software Aspects of Certification (PSAC) and ensure alignment with certification authority expectationsEnsure compliance with Software Quality Assurance Plan (SQAP) and applicable DO-178C objectivesApprove lifecycle data in accordance with certification plans and standardsSupport Stage of Involvement (SOI) audits and external certification reviews; provide objective evidence and ensure audit readinessVerify configuration management (SCMP) and integrity of software baselines across the lifecycleMaintain Software Quality Assurance Records (SQAR) and ensure traceability across all lifecycle artifactsPerform root cause analysis (RCA) on anomalies and non-conformances; implement corrective and preventive actionsDrive process improvements to enhance compliance, efficiency, and product qualitySupport development teams on DO-178C methods, tools, and compliance expectationsResponsible to verify, witness the Work Products/documents going to customer are correct, complete, configured correctly with reference to Plans and standards.Plan and manage project activities including effort estimation, risk management, and coordinationProvide technical guidance, review team deliverables, and ensure adherence to lifecycle processesWhat you will learn:You will learn about our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico; What we do?
Who we support? How we work?You will learn the technologies of today and tomorrow which we count on to maintain world leadership in the aerospace industry.You will learn why people enjoy and feel fulfilled by working in our industry.Qualifications you must have:Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experienceDemonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written).U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.Qualifications We Prefer:Familiar with Software Development lifecycles, monitoring and review activity.Knowledge of referring various aerospace standards to perform effective reviews.Should have exposure to software verification and validation activities, and Qualification test witnessing.Exposure in configuration management activity such as creating baseline, labeling, and version controlling.Prior design Quality Engineering experience within design or manufacturing and/or warehousing environment is preferred.Knowledge of quality methods, including Root Cause Corrective Action and DFMEA Facilitation as required.Knowledge of the design and development process.RCCA experience is preferred.Data analysis, risk management, and/or policy implementation experience is preferred.Preferably having knowledge of software (Embedded Systems Domain).DO178B / DO178C / DO254 / ARP4754 awareness.What We OfferSome of our competitive benefits package includes:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching fundsParticipation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)Life insurance and disability coverageEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.And more!Join our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico, where you will provide critical support to all Collins SBUs, working on exciting programs and projects ranging from the development of the next generation of advanced concept ejection seats to the latest technologies for the U.S.
warfighter.WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.* Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.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.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.
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