Sr. Specialist, Supplier Quality Engineer

L3Harris Technologies; United States; Remote; USD 84,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to support the Munitions Acceleration Council Capacity Expansion. This role requires hands‑on quality engineering expertise in aerospace materials and manufacturing with supplier qualification focus.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, assess supplier capabilities, and lead quality planning for production ramp‑up. Travel up to 50% domestically/internationally and the ability to obtain a US Secret clearance are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of related quality experience if graduate degree; 10+ years if no degree.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally.
• Ability to obtain a US Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to qualify suppliers meeting aerospace/defense standards.
• Develop supplier engagement strategies for MAC capacity expansion and ramp‑up.
• Assess supplier processes and quality systems to meet missile production requirements.
• Lead supplier quality planning and risk management across the lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement and prevent defects using data‑driven methods.

Skills

Supplier quality

Quality engineering

AS9100 knowledge

Statistical analysis

Six Sigma

MRB experience

SCAR process

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Graduate degree in a related field

Tools

MRB

SCAR

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: Sr. Specialist Supplier, Quality Engineer

Job Code: 45757

Job Location: Remote / Field

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

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking a highly skilled Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to support Munitions Acceleration Council Capacity Expansion efforts. This role requires a hands‑on quality engineer with deep technical expertise in aerospace materials and manufacturing processes, and proven experience in supplier qualification.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and qualify new or existing suppliers, including international, and ensure they meet the stringent quality standards of the aerospace and defense industry.
• Develop and execute supplier engagement strategies to ensure quality is embedded during MAC capacity expansion and production ramp‑up.
• Assess supplier manufacturing processes, quality systems, and technical capability to meet missile production requirements.
• Lead early supplier engagement to ensure manufacturability and robust quality planning.
• Support capability development and process improvements to meet long‑term production growth.
• Provide technical and strategic leadership for supplier quality performance, including quality planning, risk management, and continuous improvement.
• Use structured, data‑driven methodologies and statistical tools to strengthen supplier manufacturing capability, reduce variation, and prevent defects.
• Apply advanced quality engineering principles throughout the supplier lifecycle.
• Conduct supplier risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to prevent quality escapes and supply disruptions.
• Develop supplier quality plans, process controls, and inspection strategies.
• Participate in MRB, change review boards, and configuration control activities.
• Lead complex supplier investigations and ensure effective Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) closure.
• Travel: :50%, Domestically/Internationally (current passport needed).
• Ability to obtain a US Secret security clearance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant quality experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related quality experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related quality experience.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license. Employees who drive on company business to carry out job‑related duties must possess a valid driver’s license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the company.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Direct manufacturing and operational expertise:
  • In composites, EPDM elastomers, phenolic materials, or specialty chemicals
  • In Metal Case, Flowforming processes
  • Precision Machined Components
• Demonstrated experience managing quality performance for strategic, high‑risk, or highly technical suppliers.
• Experience qualifying and developing new suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace quality standards including AS9100, AS9102, and AS9145.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a cross‑functional, fast‑paced environment.
• Six Sigma Certification.
• Previous MRB experience.
• Experience supporting missile systems or defense aerospace programs.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $96,000 - $178,000. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, and Vermont is $84,000 - $156,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. 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. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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.

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