Specialist, Quality Engineer

L3Harris Technologies • Rochester, NY

114d • $71,500 - $132,500

About The Position

This position is responsible for quality improvement issues related to suppliers and/or subcontractors of materials, products or services used in development or manufacturing. L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience.
• Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of PPAP implementation and associated elements
• Experience with Predictive Quality and problem-solving methodologies
• ISO9001/AS9100 and process audit experience
• Supplier Development and Engagement experience
• Experience presenting to upper-level management
• Lean Concepts
• Commodity management experience
• ZDP Project Management
• Active government secret security clearance
• Six Sigma Green/Black belt certification
• Ability to focus, prioritize, and multi-task successfully to drive projects to closure
• Demonstrated knowledge in Machine & Fabrication and/or Printed Wiring Board manufacture
• Ability to perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) using standard RCA tools
• Ability to perform trend analysis
• Interactive skills, strong written and communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 50% percent
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours in support of international suppliers

Responsibilities

• Support L3Harris operations when supplied material is identified as nonconforming and take appropriate corrective action(s) with the supplier
• Work proactively with L3Harris suppliers utilizing tools such as APQP and Zero Defect Planning to mitigate the risk of escapes to L3Harris and/or L3Harris customers.
• Analyze supplier performance and develop improvement plans for identified problem areas to drive down supplier DPPM and nonconformance rates
• Use Six Sigma & Lean concepts for supplier improvement of quality and delivery metrics
• Provide training for basic quality methodologies to support supplier partnerships
• Support programs assessing potential new suppliers
• Implement Supplier Partnership concepts with focus suppliers
• Review, analyze and report on quality discrepancies related to assembly, process, mechanical, electrical and electro-mechanical systems.
• Perform and evaluate root cause and corrective action to correct product/process deficiencies, ensuring implementation with suppliers and effectiveness of actions
• Perform elements of Advanced product Quality Planning (Process Flow Diagrams & Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Control Plans, Measurement System Analysis, and First Articles)
• Perform SPC, Predictive Quality methodologies, and problem-solving methodologies
• Support the implementation of Zero-Defect Plans (ZDP) with critical suppliers, by assisting them to develop robust processes, performing process/product validations, recommending manufacturability improvements (process and design).
• Lead internal e3 continuous improvement projects, focusing on DPPM and COPQ.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• EAP
• Education assistance
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree