Supplier Development Engineer

Parker Aerospace; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Aerospace, Exotic Metals Forming Division, seeks a Supplier Development Engineer to drive continuous improvement with suppliers, perform audits, and manage quality initiatives across the supply base. The role requires domestic and international travel up to 50% and a bachelor's degree in engineering or a technical field.

Ideal candidates have at least 4 years in supplier development, strong analytical skills, PPAP experience, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a technical field
• Minimum 4 years in supplier development
• Strong analytical and technical skills
• Proficient computer skills and ability to handle electronic processing
• Experience with PPAP and quality system improvements in the supply base
• Strong written and verbal communication; cross-functional interfacing
• Lean Enterprise principles experience; Six Sigma Black Belt preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead cost reduction projects through supplier continuous improvement activities
• Use structured problem solving to resolve chronic part shortages
• Lead supplier site audits and coordinate audits with cross functional team
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 50%
• Lead work transfer projects from inception through full transition
• Initiate vendor quality management and process improvements including evaluating process capability and tracking supplier performance
• Collaborate with the business unit to establish supplier selection criteria

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Lean Enterprise

Six Sigma Black Belt

Education

Bachelor's degree in eng./technical field

Tools

PPAP

Quality systems

Job description

• At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flights for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.
• As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.
• At Parker Aerospace - Exotic Metals Forming Division, our highly talented team blends a passion for manufacturing with relentless customer support, making us the partner of choice for complex aerospace solutions. Working at EMFD is about being part of a team, a culture, something that is bigger than each of us individually. We began as a small group of people passionately committed to a common goal. That is why we are so proud of everyone in our Exotic family who strives to be the best at what they do every day, working as a collaborative team in a culture of continuous improvement to stretch the bounds of creative thinking and provide quality products to our customers around the globe.

SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

SUMMARY

The Supplier Development Engineer will facilitate continuous improvement initiatives and problem resolution of quality issues / opportunities with suppliers and monitor suppliers' performance against contractual obligations, scorecards, and key performance indicators. Will approve suppliers recommended by Procurement / Supply Chain Team.

Responsibilities

• Will lead cost reduction projects through supplier continuous improvement activities
• Utilize structure problem solving to resolve chronic part shortages
• Responsible for leading supplier site audits and/or coordinate supplier audits with a cross functional team to determine appropriateness and quality of supplier's product
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% of time
• Responsible for leading work transfer projects from inception through full transition
• Will initiate vendor quality management and process improvements including evaluating process capability, tracking delivery, output, and reporting of supplier performance including pHConnect metrics
• Collaborates with the business unit or division to establish preferred supplier selection criteria based on evaluations of supplier price, quality, delivery, certifications, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations

Qualifications

• Education requirement: bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field of study
• Years of experience: minimum of 4 years supplier development experience
• Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices
• Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand electronic processing
• Must have experience with PPAP and Quality System Improvements in the supply base
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts
• Must be an innovator and embrace Lean Enterprise principles and practices
• Certification in Six Sigma Black Belt is preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements -

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit. The employee frequently is required to use hands to operate a computer and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Also expected of the employee is regular attendance, the ability to work cooperatively and professionally with others and members of the public, and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once. Overnight long-distance travel may be required, based on the individual needs of the position.

Drug Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Competitive Compensation

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package. The wage range for this role considers allowances for a number of factors, including but not limited to required experience, skill level, prior training, licensure/certifications, education, and other business needs.

• Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:
• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Aff... Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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