Sr. Specialist, Supplier Quality Engineer - International Suppliers

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to support the International Integrated Supplier Team (IST). This role requires a hands‑on quality engineer with deep technical expertise in aerospace materials and manufacturing processes, and a proven ability to drive proactive risk mitigation and performance improvement at complex suppliers.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to qualify suppliers, serve as the quality engineer on IST, ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of quality experience.
• Graduate degree with 4+ years of quality experience.
• 10+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to qualify suppliers meeting aerospace standards.
• Serve as the Supplier Quality Engineer on an Integrated Supplier Team.
• Ensure delivered products conform to requirements.
• Conduct First Article Inspections per AS9102 and supplier audits.
• Use data-driven methods to improve supplier performance and reduce variation.
• Travel ~50%, domestic and international.
• Obtain a US Secret security clearance.

Skills

Aerospace quality standards

Supplier qualification

Data-driven problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical writing

Audit & CAPA

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

10 years experience in lieu of a degree

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 - International Suppliers

Job Code: 44496

Job Location: Remote / Field

Job Schedule: 9/80Employees 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 the International Integrated Supplier Team (IST). This role requires a hands‑on quality engineer with deep technical expertise in aerospace materials and manufacturing processes, and a proven ability to drive proactive risk mitigation and performance improvement at complex suppliers.

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.
• Serve as the Supplier Quality Engineer on an Integrated Supplier Team.
• Ensure delivered product conforms to requirements.
• Perform Early Supplier Engagements, First Article Inspections IAW AS9102, complex investigations, Supplier Corrective Action Requests and audits for assigned suppliers.
• Use structured, data‑driven methodologies and statistical tools to elevate supplier performance, reduce variation, and prevent defects.
• Assess supplier manufacturing processes, quality systems, and technical capability to meet missile production requirements.
• 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.
• Travel: ~50%, Domestically/Internationally.
• 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.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience supporting missile systems or defense aerospace programs
• Demonstrated experience managing quality performance for strategic, high‑risk, or highly technical 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.

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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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