Sr. Specialist, Supplier Quality Engineer

L3Harris Technologies•Clifton, NJ

2d•$96,000 - $178,000•Onsite

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 and responsible for managing incoming material discrepancies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in: Industrial, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in supporting design, development, manufacturing and/or supplier quality activities OR, Master’s Degree in: Industrial, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in supporting design, development, manufacturing and/or supplier quality activities.
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Nice To Haves

Ability to focus, prioritize, and multi-task successfully to drive projects to closure
Ability to perform trend analysis
Ability to work in a team environment
Working knowledge of PPAP implementation and associated elements
Experience with Predictive Quality and problem-solving methodologies
ISO9001/AS9100 and process audit experience
Interactive skills, strong written and communication skills
Supplier Development and Engagement experience
Experience presenting to upper-level management
Experience with Predictive Quality
Lean Concepts
Commodity management experience
Supplier Development and Engagement experience
Special process audit experience
ZDP Project Management
Working knowledge in the areas of Supplier Selection & Assessments, First Article Inspection validation, Sub-tier Supplier Management, Special Process Management, Contract Review/Flow down and Counterfeit Parts Avoidance.
Proficient computer skills to include the use of MS Office Professional Suite and the ability to quickly learn systems and software required to perform job duties.
Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively plan and prioritize tasks.
Experience to include demonstrated knowledge in Machining & Fabrication, CCA manufacturing, PWB, Cables/Connectors or electronics assembly and performing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) using standard RCA tools

Responsibilities

Lead supplier quality activities across multiple programs with minimal supervision.
Serve as the primary quality interface between suppliers and internal cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and program management.
Drive supplier corrective action requests, root cause analysis, containment, and verification of permanent corrective actions.
Assess supplier performance, identify risk areas, and develop mitigation and recovery plans to support program execution and delivery commitments.
Conduct supplier evaluations, audits, and process reviews to ensure compliance with quality requirements, specifications, and contractual expectations.
Monitor supplier quality metrics and performance trends to proactively address issues affecting cost, quality, and schedule.
Support material review board activities, nonconformance resolution, and disposition coordination with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
Partner with sourcing and supply chain teams to support supplier selection, qualification, development, and performance improvement efforts.
Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, flow-down requirements, and quality clauses to ensure supplier compliance.
Provide leadership in resolving complex supplier-related issues that impact production, product acceptance, and customer commitments.
Support production readiness, first article inspections, process validation, and implementation of quality planning requirements as needed.
Coordinate and communicate supplier quality status, risks, and corrective action progress to program and functional leadership.
Travel to supplier locations as required to support audits, investigations, source inspections, and recovery efforts.
Act as an independent, experienced resource capable of prioritizing and executing day-to-day supplier quality responsibilities across a demanding, fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel up to 25% percent
Active secret clearance