Senior Lead Engineer - Quality

Senior Lead Engineer - Quality

Date Posted:

2026-10-13

Country:

India

Location:

IN-KA-BENGALURU-NORTHGATE ~ Sy No 2/2 Venkatala Village ~ SY NO 2/2 VENKATALA VILLAGE, Yelahanka Hobli

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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.

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.

Overview: Seeking an experienced Quality Engineer / Quality Specialist to support aerospace manufacturing and supplier quality activities. The role focuses on FAI, PPAP, APQP, quality compliance, supplier quality management, and continuous improvement, ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across aerospace components and assemblies.

 

Job Title: Senior Lead Engineer

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Creation, review, and approval of FAIR According to AS9102 requirements
• Creation, review, and approval of PPAP packages According to AS9145 requirements
• Quality Notifications (QN) handling and escape management
• Providing technical mentorship and guidance to engineers in support of operational/supplier quality activities
• Basic project management support including but not limited to, estimation, key metric monitoring & reporting
• Support root cause analysis and problem-solving activities using tools such as 5 Why, Fishbone, Pareto analysis, 8D, Root Cause Analysis (RCA) etc.,
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and Specifications.
• Design characteristic interpretation, GD&T interpretation, blue-print reading, DPD interpretation, measurement equipment used.
• Collaborate with key cross functional stakeholders to achieve Project objectives and deliverables
• Lead continuous improvement events (Kaizen, QCPC...etc.)

 

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters in Mechanical/Electrical & Electronics/Aerospace/Manufacturing Engineering
• 8-10 years of relevant experience in Aerospace/Automotive Sectors.
• Expertise with AS9102 & AS9145 requirements (Minimum 6 years of experience)
• Hands on experience on FAI and PPAP creation, review, and approval
• Hands on experience in process planning Inspection plans, PFMEA, Control Plan and Gauge R&R
• Experience in supporting manufacturing sites.
• Exposure to Machined, Sheet- Metal, Electro-Mechanical, Wire Harness, PCBA commodities
• Good knowledge in Build to Print and Build to Specification for interconnect systems. Work experience with the manufacturing inspection and acceptance of Interconnect parts (cables harnesses) from multiple different manufacturing processes.
• IPC 600 / IPC 610 / IPC 620, IPC 6012 & J-STD-001 familiarity
• Understanding of special processes per requirements wire harness, soldering & brazing
• Good knowledge in schematic drawing reading
• Hands-on experience in tools such as Net Inspect, DISCUS & Teamcenter
• Relevant certifications such as AS9100 IQA Auditor, AS9102 FAI and PPAP signatory
• Experience with Manufacturing/Assembly/Quality roles for Aircraft Interiors Product line is an added advantage
• Awareness or experience on APQP

 

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

Some of our competitive benefits packages include:

• Transportation facility.
• Meal coupons
• Group Term Life Insurance.
• Group Health Insurance.
• Group Personal Accident Insurance.
• Entitled for 18 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually.
• Employee scholar program
• Work life balance
• Car lease program
• National Pension Scheme
• LTA
• Fuel & Maintenance /Driver wages
• Meal vouchers
• And more!

Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all India positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. 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

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