Specialist, Supplier Quality Engineering

Specialist Quality EngineerL3Harris 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. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday offJob Description:The Program Quality Engineer (PQE) will report to the Program Quality Manager as an integral member of the Quality Organization.This position is responsible for identifying, establishing, managing, and monitoring all Quality-related responsibilities, requirements, and budgets respective to assigned contracts and programs, while serving as the primary focal point for all Quality-related matters pertaining to those assignments.This position requires active engagement with the Program Management Office (PMO) and all functional work groups, serving as a trusted Quality advisor who identifies program quality issues early, guides program teams toward compliant and effective solutions, and works to remove potential roadblocks that could impede program progress.This position requires familiarization with applicable Quality and FAA regulations, standards, principles, and processes including but not limited to AS9100, AS9110, ISO 9001, CMMI, and Title 14 CFRs, as well as a comprehensive understanding of company policies, procedures, and industry standards. The PQE may be required to write, review, and approve various program-related documents such as Statements of Work (SOWs), Basic Ordering Agreements (BOAs), Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs), First Article Inspection (FAI) Plans, Conformity Inspection Plans (CIPs), and other program or contract-specific documentation as required.Reviewing contracts and program requirements to establish program quality plans, ensure compliance with all contractual obligations, and provide Quality insight and support to bid proposals as required.Identifying, assigning, and monitoring quality requirements for parts and assemblies procured from Vendors/Suppliers on assigned programs.Identifying, assessing, and mitigating Quality risks across all phases of assigned programs, developing and implementing strategies to minimize program impact, prevent quality escapes, and protect program schedule, cost, and performance objectives.Actively engaging with the Program Management Office (PMO) and all functional work groups to identify program quality issues early, provide guidance toward compliant and effective solutions, and work to remove potential roadblocks that could impede program progress.Monitoring performance of assigned programs, including supplier performance, program cost of poor quality (CoPQ), and facilitating corrective and preventative actions to accomplish improvement when required.Coordinating corrective and preventative actions with customer representatives and company management.Writing, reviewing, and approving various program-related documents such as Statements of Work (SOWs), Basic Ordering Agreements (BOAs), Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs), First Article Inspection (FAI) Plans, Conformity Inspection Plans (CIPs), and other program or contract-specific documentation as required.Planning, coordinating, and overseeing First Article Inspection (FAI) activities to ensure compliance with applicable requirements and program objectives.Monitoring and ensuring program compliance with applicable Quality and FAA regulations, standards, and processes including but not limited to AS9100, AS9110, ISO 9001, CMMI, and Title 14 CFRs.Qualifications:Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, Science, or other Technical Field with at least four (4) years of Aerospace Quality experience. (Must have experience with initial contract planning, contract requirements review, and Quality Management Systems relating to aircraft modification and maintenance to include structural modification, electronic, and mechanical products, and assemblies.Must have practical experience thoroughly investigating issues and escapes in a methodical manner utilizing Quality Root Cause Analysis Tools, i.e., Must be familiar with Quality and Aerospace industry standards (ISO9001:2015, AS9100D, CMMI, etc.) FAA and Quality authorizations and/or certifications are preferred.