Principal Specialist, Supplier Quality & Development

Date Posted:2026-06-22 Country:United States of America Location:US-MI-REMOTE Position Role Type:Remote U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not RequiredAt 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.Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.While this role is Remote, applicants are expected to reside in the West or MidWest region of the United States.What You Will DoWork onsite at assigned portfolio of supplier sites to identify, communicate, and train suppliers at all levels of their supply chain including processes to develop, modify, apply, and maintain quality control systems.Ensure maturity and robustness of Supplier's manufacturing and supply chain processes to avoid supply chain disruptions.Drive continuous improvement of Supplier Quality related performances for deliveries of supplied productsMonitor and analyze performance through Key Performance Indicators and organizing the surveillance of the suppliers through audits, assessments, recovery plan and mission, CID (Corrective, Improvement, Development) and industrial risks management with internal and external concerned partiesMonitor major industrial risks, major changes (industrial transfers, major planning changes) and supporting design changes on an industrial point of view to protect RTX operationsManagement of Escape Events, NoEs, SRIs, FAIs, LAIs & Deviations/Concessions analysis and validationPerform Gemba walk, PFMEA, CP, MSA, problem solving methodologiesInitiate and follow recovery plans with Suppliers in case of delivery performances degradation to ensure deliveries are back to RTX requirementsManage Suppliers' preventive/corrective action plans so achievements are at the expected level in terms of end results.Manage relationships with internal stakeholders, such as IPT leaders, Programs and Assembly Lines. This includes communication, customer / supplier relation & meetings, and improvement actions.May manage moderately sized projects or processes.Typically viewed as subject-matter expert within discipline.Has advanced to expert knowledge of Commodity Forgings and Metallic Raw Materials.Problems faced are difficult and often complex.Minimal oversight from manager.Coaches, reviews, and delegates work to lower level professionals.Influences others regarding policies, practices and procedures.Core responsibilities:Analyzes and makes recommendations for the implementation of supplier qualification / certification, assessment, monitoring, escape management, and quality issue resolution processes.Manages the analysis of quality data and development of part / supplier specific quality issue resolution and corrective actions.Provides research and guidance for root cause analysis & problem solving (Red-X & 8D) in escape management procedures. Develops corrective and / or preventive actions for systemic process and product design problems for product provided by suppliers.Manages processes and procedures for supplier qualification / certification, source inspection and material release processes, and Correction Action Boards / DQ Clinics with suppliers.Drives support for the RTX ZERO program to ensure healthy continuous improvement and sustainability.Reviews processes and metrics to ensure supplier is capable to meet all requirements for work transfer and process change management including Resourcing Gate and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) acceptance.Qualifications You Must HaveTypically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experienceDeep understanding of the business, the context and major challenges to handle internal customers’ needs and develop approaches which satisfy their expectations.Experience in an industrial setting.Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to speak effectively and easily with both internal and external executives and employees.Ability to define and establish appropriate overall performance management that facilitates achievement of business objectives and key deliverables through transparent visualization of status and risks, incorporating elements that also enable indication of future performance.Demonstrated ability to establish a culture of improvement that exploits, supports and manages improvement opportunities and activities.Qualifications We PreferGreen Belt/Black Belt certification & CPIM certification (Certified in Production & Inventory Management)Knowledge and expertise of Quality Regulations, Quality Core Tools Knowledge, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Practical Problem Solving, International Mgmt. system standards, Authorities / Regulations / Standards, Knowledge of QMS, Auditing/Assessing, Risk Management / Continuous Improvement (Lean Six Sigma).What We OfferSome 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  Tuition reimbursement