Leadership Development Program Operations, Quality Engineering (Starts June 2026)

Job description

**Date Posted:**

2025-10-01
**Country:**

United States of America
**Location:**

VA108: 1100 Wilson Blvd, Arlington 1100 Wilson Boulevard
, Arlington, VA, 22209 USA
**Position Role Type:**

Onsite
**U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:**

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.
**Security Clearance:**

None/Not Required

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide.

It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.

Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity.

The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

**Recruiting now for programs beginning June 2026!**

+ Our two-year, rotational Operations Quality Engineering Leadership Development Program (OLDP-QE) provides challenging opportunities via three 8-month rotational assignments across the enterprise as you move to locations around the U.S.A.
+ Not willing/able to relocate to a new state every eight months while in program?

Check out RTX Careers (https://careers.rtx.com/global/en) for other great opportunities
+ Receive high-caliber training, mentoring & guidance from RTX leaders, current & alumni LDPs to build a strong lasting global network
+ Program intended for internal RTX interns/co-ops, & external entry level professionals looking to create value & grow their career at RTX

**What You Will Do**

+ Rotation role & responsibilities will vary & align with one or more of the following: Operations Quality, Supplier Quality, Software Quality, Regulatory Compliance, Escape Management, Continuous Improvement, and Customer/Program Quality
+ Stretch your capabilities and enhance learning with frontline, hands-on assignments
+ Relocate to different RTX cities/states while in program to broaden your exposure to the business and further develop your leadership and functional skills and business acumen

_Key Responsibilities:_

+ Conducts activities to modify, apply, and ensure supplier flow-down compliance, control systems and protocols
+ Performs data analysis and develops corrective actions for nonconformances and escapes
+ Identifies opportunities for improvements and efficiencies
+ Ensures process control documentation is in compliance
+ Collaborates with suppliers to ensure quality standards are being upheld
+ Develops proactive quality initiative strategies and drives their implementation
+ Interface with customers to ensure compliance and resolution of any reported issues

+ Stretch your capabilities and enhance learning with frontline, hands-on assignments
+ Relocate to different RTX cities/states while in program to broaden your exposure to the business and further develop your leadership and functional skills and business acumen

**Qualifications You Must Have**

+ Willing and able to move anywhere in the U.S.A.
+ Bachelor’s OR Master's degree in in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or other related Engineering discipline.

Degree must be obtained by June 2026.
+ Relevant internship/co-op or work experience.

**Qualifications We Prefer**

+ Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, communication, interpersonal & analytical skills.
+ 3.0 GPA.
+ Self-motivated & team-oriented; able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
+ You have a strong demonstrated desire for a career in Quality Assurance / Quality Engineering.
+ You have had an introduction to quality principles and tools.
+ Ability to work with all levels of management, shop personnel and outside vendors
+ Comfortable working with Microsoft Office programs.

**What We Offer**

+ Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.

Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care
+ RTX leadership, functional and business acumen training
+ Upon program completion, LDP graduates possess a solid platform of skills & experiences to launch a successful RTX career & receive continued mentorship

**Learn More & Apply Now!**

Applicants MUST be willing/able to relocate for all rotations & have flexibility to travel/live anywhere.

Click (http://careers.rtx.com/global/en/campus) and scroll to download the LDP Overview and map of onsite locations

Rotation locations will vary & will be 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.

The salary range for this role is 59,000 USD - 139,000 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._

**Privacy Policy and Terms:**

Click on this link (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms
Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

Required Skill Profession

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