Senior Supplier Development Engineer

Honeywell Aerospace•Minneapolis, MN

3d•Remote

About The Position

Honeywell Aerospace is hiring a Senior Supplier Development Engineer to optimize and improve its supplier base, enhance supplier performance, foster innovation, and ensure delivery of high-quality products and services. The role leads and manages a supplier development team, providing guidance and support to improve supplier capabilities and supply-chain performance. It reports to the Senior Director Supplier Development Engineer and is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota and/or Phoenix, Arizona, on a remote work schedule. The position also leads engineering projects involving heat exchanger packs, including project and change execution to support end items. The engineer works with cross-functional teams to resolve manufacturing issues, monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery in accordance with customer requirements and industry standards. The Minnesota annual base salary range is $97,000 to $122,000. Honeywell notes that offers may vary based on factors including role scope, experience, education, skills, and market and business considerations.

Requirements

At least 6 years of experience in supplier development, engineering, or a related leadership role.
Proficiency in budget management and financial acumen.
In-depth knowledge of supplier development strategies, supplier relationship management, and quality control.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and strategic planning abilities.
Must be a U.S. person: a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or person with protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering or a related field.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to drive change and influence stakeholders.
Proven track record of delivering results.
Experience in supplier development and supplier relationship management.
Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in supplier development.
Knowledge of aerospace industry standards and regulations.
Strong working knowledge of Jira, Teamcenter, and SAP.
Working knowledge of customer submittal processes for Airbus and Boeing.
Working knowledge of internal and external change processes.
General knowledge of packs and parts completed in Torrance.
General knowledge of heat exchangers and valves.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a supplier development strategy aligned with organizational goals to improve supplier performance and capabilities.
Lead and mentor supplier development engineers and other professionals, supporting their growth and successful project execution.
Establish and enforce supplier performance standards, conduct assessments, and work with suppliers to improve quality and reliability.
Promote innovation in supplier processes and products, continuous improvement, and cost savings.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and stakeholders to support collaboration, transparency, and mutual growth.
Identify and provide resources for supplier capability building in line with organizational needs.
Assess and mitigate supplier risks, including disruptions, quality issues, and compliance concerns.
Seek cost-effective solutions while maintaining high quality.
Lead heat exchanger pack projects from initiation through completion.
Drive engineering projects and changes needed to support end items.
Track issues in Jira and escalate and resolve shortages and other manufacturing issues.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and other cross-functional teams to execute projects successfully.
Monitor project progress and take action to support timely delivery.
Identify and mitigate project risks while acting with urgency.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
Provide technical guidance and support to team members.
Read and analyze engineering drawings and support questions related to drawing changes.