Specialist, Supplier Quality Engineering

Specialist, Quality EngineeringL3Harris 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.Job Location: Northampton, MASchedule: 9/80 1st ShiftJob DescriptionThe Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is the focal point for both internal and external tactical supplier quality activities in Northampton. The SQE supports the day-to-day operations and is responsible for tactical issue resolution for supply chain related quality issues, both internal and at the customer.Essential FunctionsImplement IMS policies, procedures and standards for Supplier Management that drive a preventive, zero-defect culture of quality, supplier excellence and customer satisfaction.Strong ability to interpret and enforce various Quality requirements. (Policies and Procedures, Technical Drawings, Product Performance Specifications, Quality Plans, MIL and industry standards, etc.)Assess and audit new and existing supplier capabilities and ensure suppliers meet L3Harris and customer requirements.Collaborate with supply chain to maintain the approved supplier listGenerate reports and analyze supplier performance data, the impact to site KPI's (Supplier OTD, Supplier DPPM, etc.) Review flow down of Program Quality requirements and ensure that they are included in the requirement documents to suppliers.Develop and maintain incoming inspection criteria. Review and coordinate disposition of nonconforming material associated with Incoming Inspection and supplier driven defects in manufacturing operationsLead RCCA activities for supplier responsible customer escapes.Review and disposition First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and ensure that product meets factory, customer and program requirements.Perform other Supplier Quality Engineering tasks as assigned to support Maritime Sensors Northampton, MA.with 2 years of experience or post-secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 5 years prior related experienceAbility to obtain a US Secret Clearance which requires US CitizenshipExperience managing electrical and contract manufacturer commodities. Focused on Circuit Card, Cables, Harnesses, Motors, Slip Rings along with Camera's, Laser's and Sensors.AS9100/ISO9001 quality system and process audit experience requiredExceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbalAPQP & PPAP knowledgeAble to work independently, prioritizing work to meet objectives and expectations accurately and efficientlyAble to travel up to 25%Preferred Additional SkillsFAI, AS9102 experienceCQE and/or other ASQ Certifications preferred.Secret level security clearance at time of hire preferred.IPC/J-Std and/or Fiber Optic manufacturing background.SAP, Costpoint, Team Center)Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement tools.L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. 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. 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. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.