> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1750174-principal-specialist-supplier-quality](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1750174-principal-specialist-supplier-quality). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Specialist, Supplier Quality... - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Austin, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $86,800.0 - $165,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Statistical Process Control (SPC) - **Published:** July 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000ggwfpi ## About the Role + Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience + Background in Electronics. + Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to speak effectively and easily with both internal and external executives and employees. + 6+ years professional experience in a supply chain operations environment (monitoring, auditing, developing suppliers/operations) or equivalent. Qualifications We Prefer: + System standards, Authorities / Regulations / Standards, Knowledge of QMS, Auditing/Assessing, Risk Management + Lean Six Sigma certification + IPC standards certification + Bachelor's degree in engineering/industrial engineering or similar field. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of education. ## Description + Manages supplier quality performance through prevention, monitoring/escalation processes, processing of supplier submission of nonconforming material. + Manages/Supports supplier onboarding and qualification/certification. + Manages source inspection and material release processes. + Performs Escape management procedures, drives root cause analysis & problem solving and recommends corrective and preventive action for systemic supplier process and product materials. + Supports the RTX supplier programs to ensure healthy continuous improvement and sustainability. + Analyzes quality data to identify systemic issues and develops supplier specific quality initiative strategies; addressing them with key proactive quality tools (e.g. PFMEA, MSA, Process Flow and Control Plans, SPC, etc.), as well as driving their implementation. + Ensures that supplier is capable to meet all contract requirements including Resourcing Gate, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) acceptance and Work Transfer implementation. + Adapts and uses multiples forms of interaction styles to convince and / or persuade people / stakeholders to follow ideas and proposals. + Uses flexible and adaptable working styles to build and develop effective cross-functional teamwork. ## Related Videos - [Inside the Mind of an LLM](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1617-inside-the-mind-of-an-llm) - [What Production Knows: Closing the Loop Between AI Agents and the Systems They Build](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100277-what-production-knows-closing-the-loop-between-ai-agents-and-the-systems-they-build) - [Leading with Reliability: Applying SRE Principles to Build Stronger Engineering Organizations](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100185-leading-with-reliability-applying-sre-principles-to-build-stronger-engineering-organizations) - [GenAI Unpacked: Beyond Basic](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1526-genai-unpacked-beyond-basic) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [OLAP for AI Applications and why you should care](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100212-olap-for-ai-applications-and-why-you-should-care) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Walking Into The Era of Supply Chain Risks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/106-walking-into-the-era-of-supply-chain-risks) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)