Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Code: 18348

Job Location: Malabar, FL

Job Description:

This position is responsible for quality improvement issues related to suppliers and/or subcontractors of materials, products or services used in development or manufacturing.

• 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). 

Essential Functions:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• Requires proficient knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management.
• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience or
• Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• 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 60% percent
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours in support of international suppliers
• Security Clearance required upon hire:   Clearance Not Required
• Security Clearance required for role:  Clearance Not Required

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Circuit card assembly knowledge
• Subcontract \ complex assembly QE experience
• 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

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance.  Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.  In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.