Npi Lead: First Article & Process Excellence

Mam De La Frontera, S.A. De C.V.; Mexicali; Remote; MXN 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym facilities

Wellness area

Sports tournaments

Talent development programs

Transportation arrangements within a 3

Job summary

Mexicali RTX Corporation is seeking a Casting and Forging Supplier Development Lead (SDL) to drive containment, supplier recovery and capability building across global commodities in a remote setting.

The role requires hands-on leadership, cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Quality, Engineering and SBUs, and a proven track record of implementing structured improvement plans, KPIs, and risk-based supplier development for long-term performance.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Containment & Recovery: lead containment actions, perform RRCA investigations, coordinate improvement plans, monitor KPIs, escalate issues when needed.
• Supplier Development & Capability Building: identify supplier sites, conduct assessments, engage with development roadmaps, align with engineering for readiness.
• Transition Management & Leadership: support supplier transitions, ensure smooth handover, align expectations with internal units, execute APQP for new programs.

Skills

Advanced English

Education

University Degree or Advanced Degree in related field

Job description

Mexicali RTX Corporation

​**Date Posted:**
​**Country:**
​Mexico
​**Location:**
​MX-BCN-MEXICALI-238 ~ Blvd Venustiano Carranza #238 ~ BLDG 238, Desarrollo Industrial Colorado
​**Position Role Type:**
​Unspecified

Casting and Forging Supplier Development Lead (SDL) (Remote)

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Supplier Development Lead (SDL) is a critical forward deployed role within the Global Supplier Development organization, responsible for driving supplier recovery, capability improvement, and sustainable performance. This role is hands‑on and cross‑functional, supporting operational containment, supplier assessments, and execution of structured improvement plans across global commodities. The ideal candidate is both detail-oriented and strategic, capable of managing crisis situations and long-term development actions that align with business unit goals and enterprise‑wide initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Containment & Recovery:
  • Lead internal and supplier containment actions in collaboration with Operations and Quality.
  • Facilitate supplier kick‑off meetings to align expectations and establish rapid response actions.
  • Conduct Root Cause and Corrective Action (RRCA) investigations to resolve critical quality or delivery issues.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to develop and implement improvement plans and ensure clear communication through plan review checkpoints.
  • Monitor leading and lagging Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess progress.
  • Evaluate whether exit criteria have been achieved for containment efforts.
  • Escalate persistent issues to crisis mode or tiger teams when warranted.
  • Partner with Commodity Teams and SBUs to ensure closed‑loop feedback and transition to sustainable operations.
• Supplier Development & Capability Building:
  • Lead supplier site identification and prioritize development efforts aligned with risk, impact, and strategic commodity needs.
  • Conduct supplier assessments using OCRA (Operational Capability & Risk Assessment) tool.
  • Engage suppliers with development roadmaps, training, and targeted actions tied to maturity models and long‑term growth.
  • Align with Commodity Managers and Engineering teams on supplier readiness for new programs or volume ramp‑ups.
  • Facilitate structured improvement plan development, KPI tracking, and gate reviews.
  • Monitor progress toward achieving target maturity levels and initiate sustainment planning once development objectives are met.
  • Support long‑term monitoring and re‑engagement cycles to ensure supplier performance remains stable.
  • Develop and build manufacturing process technology tools and standardization include FMEA and Control Plans.
• Transition Management & Leadership:
  • Provide leadership and/or support for supplier transitions, ensuring a smooth handover of work scope with minimal disruption.
  • Support the sustainment phase by monitoring supplier maturity post‑transition and ensuring long‑term capability.
  • Align with internal business units and suppliers to reinforce performance expectations and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Execute APQP for new product launch and work transition projects.

Key Interfaces

• Commodity Managers
• Quality Assurance & Engineering
• Operations and Planning
• Supplier Business Units (SBUs)
• Supplier Site Leadership
• Crisis Response and Tiger Teams

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Qualifications We Prefer

• The ideal candidate must have casting and / or forging manufacturing experience.
• The ideal candidate must have a high energy level, experience working with cross‑functional personnel, high communication skills including ability to develop a network of relationships with the various Collins Aerospace business units, strong work orientation and be well organized.
• Ability to apply CORE principles/tools to manage processes, ensuring continuous improvement in the systems and benchmarking best practices enhancing customer satisfaction at all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Applications (MS project, Word, Excel, Power Point, MS Access).

What We Offer

• Excellent work environment
• On‑site gym facilities
• Wellness area & Sports tournaments
• Engagements events
• Talent development programs
• Transportation arrangements within proper radius from site
• Eco‑friendly parking
• Medical & Life Insurance