Associate Supplier Quality Manager

L3Harris Technologies; Londonderry (NH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Londonderry, NH, is seeking an Associate Manager, Quality Engineering (Supplier Quality). You will oversee Receiving Inspection and Supplier Quality Technicians, drive continuous improvement, and partner with cross-functional teams to optimize material flow and reduce cost.

This role emphasizes safety, quality, and Lean initiatives. The position requires leadership experience in quality engineering, strong communication, and a background in ISO 9001 processes.

Qualifications

• Degree plus years of experience as listed or 10+ years of related experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience leading Receiving Inspection and Supplier Quality teams preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership to the area Group Leader and inspection teams.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with IVS Supply Chain, Engineering, and Operations Quality.
• Develop and oversee inspection plans and Lean/Tier activities.
• Drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost KPIs for the area.
• Lead daily standups, status reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage staffing requirements and safety/5S/ESD/FOD compliance.

Skills

Communication

Teambuilding

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Quality Assurance

Supplier Quality

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree with 6 years experience

Graduate Degree with 4 years experience

Tools

QMS

ERP systems

Job description

L3Harris 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. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work‑life success. 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 Title: Associate Manager, Quality Engineering (Supplier Quality)

Job Code: 45370

Job Location: Londonderry, NH

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

The Associate Supplier Quality Manager is responsible for the safety, cost, quality, delivery, and productivity of the Receiving Inspection and Supplier Quality Technician teams and will provide supplemental leadership to the Supplier Quality Engineering group. This position will work closely with multiple functional areas to optimize material flow, equipment, and manpower within the area to meet or exceed daily business objectives. The leader in this position must drive continuous improvement and remove waste and cost from the Inspection and MRB Processes and improve material flows to support the manufacturing process.

Essential Functions:

• Provide day-to-day leadership to the area Group Leader, Receiving Inspectors, Supplier Quality Technicians, and other team members
• Assume dotted line leadership of Supplier Quality Engineering team.
• Ensure that shift activities are communicated consistently and effectively to team members
• Assist in developing Daily/Weekly Inspection plans including Hot List items, Dock to Stock, Bulk, and Normal Inspection items; oversee the daily execution of the plan and associated Lean/Tier activities.
• Keep team informed, clearly communicate goals and objectives to subordinates and assist them as necessary in developing effective daily plans.
• Work cross-functionally with IVS Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Operations Quality to resolve issues, drive corrective actions, and enhance supplier performance.
• Define and hold teams accountable for Receiving Inspection KPIs: safety, quality, delivery, cost, etc.
• Review Daily Management Boards, lead daily standups and daily/weekly meetings.
• Assure conformance to product specifications and work instructions.
• Lead yield improvement activities and drive measures to improve methods, equipment performance, and Inspection efficiency utilizing Lean/Six Sigma Principles.
• Identify and perform capital equipment justification and process Capital Equipment Request (CER) as required.
• Drive advanced data collection and analysis for process mapping & cost reduction opportunities. Assure financial goals and measures are met. Support data analytics associated with Supplier Cost of Poor Quality (SCOPQ) and suggest solutions to be implemented to reduce the cost
• Perform weekly, monthly and quarterly staffing requirement evaluations as necessary, identify any excesses or shortfalls in staffing, take action to resolve any deficiencies or excess to the plan.
• Conduct periodic assessments of all work areas for safety and cleanliness. Identify any issues, concerns or areas for improvement. Lead team in Safety, 5S, ESD, and FOD protocols, be an exemplary role model.
• Continually review and enforce the use and maintenance of work instructions, QMS Requirement, logs, scrap tickets, RTI Process, training matrix, calibration requirements and other company procedures.
• Provide daily, weekly and monthly status reports as required.
• Depending upon candidate experience, Supplier Quality Engineering tasks may also be assigned on a limited basis including Managing assigned Suppliers, SRD and PCN Processing, FAI Report Review/Approval, and CCB Submittal/coordination.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with 6 years prior experience, Graduate Degree with 4 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Excellent communication and teambuilding skills and an ability to manage relationships with internal and external customers, fostering a relationship of trust and mutual respect
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
• Familiarity with industry standards and compliance requirements for Mechanical, Optical, and Electronic components (GD&T, MIL/ISO, IPC, JEDEC, etc.)
• Strong business process flow documentation and diagramming skills
• Develop and improve functional specifications, department instructions and training documentation
• Relevant experience in Quality Assurance, Inspection, and/or Supplier Quality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an 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. 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 an E-Verify Employer.