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Supplier Quality Engineer

Supplier Quality Engineer

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Requisition ID

106710

USA-Alabama-Huntsville

Description

L3 Technologies is a leading provider of a broad range of communication and electronic systems and products used on military, homeland security and commercial platforms. L3 is also a commercial prime contractor in aerospace systems, security and detection systems, and pilot training.

L3 Security and Detection Systems, products are used in advanced personnel, air cargo, aviation checkpoint, checked baggage, and critical infrastructure screening, as well as cargo and border security applications. The company offers its products through a sales and distribution network in the United States and Internationally. The company was incorporated in 1989 and is headquartered in Tewksbury, Massachusetts with additional offices in the United Kingdom, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, China, and Australia. L3 SDS, operates as a Division of L3 Technologies, Commercial Aviation Solutions Sector, Electronics Systems Segment.

Job Summary

The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting the management of all outsourced finished goods (Quality and Service) provided by our Contract Manufacturer (CM) located in Huntsville, AL. This position is located onsite at the CM in Huntsville, AL. Primary duties are focused on supporting the Strategic Supplier Quality Manager on the compliance and execution of the various processes that need to occur to insure proper product Quality are delivered from our Contract Manufacturer.

Essential Functions and Basic Duties

* Support the Contract Manufacturing Quality team (member of) to develop a new and effective Supplier Quality process that supports finished goods product quality globally

* Work with new and existing strategic suppliers to develop, implement, and maintain technical quality assurance systems and activities, to include MSAs, SPC, Quality Plans, Control Plans, and FMEAs

* Support Quality Manager in leading and managing customer complaints for outsourced finished products and ensure adequate investigation and corrective actions are taken by suppliers

* Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) on location

* Support Design Transfer to Manufacturing process, to include FAIs

* Ensure strategic supplier compliance with L3 SDS Quality Systems and all relevant internal procedures and policies

* Support the Supplier Corrective Action Request program to ensure consistency in handling corrective actions by strategic suppliers

* Ensure proper approval and documentation practices are followed for any process, material or tooling change (SCR – Supplier Change Request) at strategic suppliers

* Support the KPI process for strategic suppliers

* Update and release through ECO any changes to PSQA (Pre-Shipment Quality Assurance) and FAT testing procedures

* Monitor and coordinate revisions to any CI (Configuration Items) lists for government related customers

* Translate engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, and quality requirements for outsourced finished products

* Perform deviation investigations into quality issues arising from strategic supplier activities

* Manage qualifications of changes (suppliers, design, etc) and co-ordinates associated change control activities

* Collaborate with the NPD team to understand future suppliers and their associated quality and development plans

* Evaluate strategic suppliers using L3 SDS Supplier Quality and Supplier Performance Management processes and develop reports on supplier quality performance for company management, recommend and implement the continuous improvement of supplier quality systems

* Responsible for ensuring that effective up-to-date supplier Quality Assurance and Sourcing documentation, procedures and specifications are maintained

Qualifications

Education/Certification

* Bachelor’s of Science degree in Engineering or similar Technical field.

* Contract Manufacturing experience is highly preferred.

* Lean and Six Sigma experience & certification (GB or BB) preferred.

Experience Required

* 2+ years’ experience in managing elements of Quality Systems, with minimum 1 year Supplier Quality experience.

* Demonstrated knowledge in: supply chain management and supplier development, stakeholder management, risk/issue management, implementation planning, training/communication, scope management.

* Working knowledge of inspection and test techniques, quality assurance procedures, statistical analysis, product usage and device regulations.

* Good analytic skills with practical knowledge of how to identify key performance quality metrics to set targets for maintaining a state of compliance while identifying areas for improvement.

* Strong team player that has a customer service approach and is solution oriented.

* Attention to detail and the ability to work individually, within a multi-disciplinary team, as well as with external partners and vendors.

* Excellent written and verbal skills, good interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, negotiation and time management skills (see general competencies).

* Understanding and application of domestic and international regulatory requirements.

* Experience developing processes, writing procedures and training hourly and exempt associates.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of products

* U.S. Citizenship required.

* A current security clearance is preferred as it may be required for the position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS AND HEALTH AND SAFETY

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The environmental conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE: These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job. Individuals assigned to perform tasks defined in this job description that are controlled by the ISO program have the authority, consent and responsibility to carry out those tasks as defined in the program. L3 Technologies is Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities / females / veterans / individuals with disabilities / sexual orientation / gender identity.

US Security Clearance Required
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None

Schedule

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Full-time

Shift

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Day - 1st

Travel

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Yes, 10 % of the Time

Organization

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Division - Security & Detection Systems-20000066

Job Level

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Individual Contributor

Job Posting

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May 9, 2019, 2:36:34 PM

Job

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Quality Assurance

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