Supplier Development Engineer

Parker Hannifin; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Disability programs

Care.com membership

Pet wellness

Paid holidays

Job summary

Parker Hannifin’s Parker Meggitt unit in Simi Valley, CA seeks a Supplier Development Engineer to manage supplier performance, improve processes, and drive cost reduction. The role reports to the Division Supplier Development Manager and involves audits, onboarding, and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years in supplier development, a background in engineering and quality systems, and proficiency with PPAP and lean practices. Travel up to 40% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or material management required.
• Minimum of 4 years supplier development experience.
• Strong background in engineering, manufacturing processes, quality systems and reading technical drawings.
• Experience with PPAP and Quality System Improvements in the supply base; Lean practices preferred.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions (A3 useful).
• Analytical skills to interpret data and drive improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Selection & Onboarding: evaluate new suppliers, conduct audits, assist onboarding to meet standards.
• Performance Improvement: develop and implement plans for key suppliers focusing on quality, delivery, and cost.
• Rate Readiness: conduct PRA at the supplier and identify improvement opportunities.
• Quality Management: drive APQP and PPAP milestones with Supplier Quality for launches and ramp-ups.
• Problem Solving: lead cross-functional teams to resolve issues with root cause analysis.
• Work Transfers: lead work transfer projects from inception to completion.
• Relationship Management: act as technical liaison with suppliers and internal teams.
• Cost Reduction: identify opportunities to lower costs and reduce supply risk.
• Project Leadership: lead cross-functional projects to develop team collaboration.
• Technical Support: provide training and support to improve supplier capabilities.
• Analytics: analyze supplier metrics and report trends to senior management.
• Travel: 20-40% domestic and international travel may be required.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Quality systems

Reading drawings

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or material management

Tools

Excel

PowerBI

ERP systems

Job description

Conditions of Employment

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

Parker Hannifin

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.

Parker Meggitt, a recent addition to Parker Hannifin, is a global leader in the Commercial and Military Aerospace markets, specializing in a wide range of products including fire and smoke detection systems, extinguishing systems, bleed air overheat detection systems, actuators, rudder pedal assemblies, pumps, fuel gauging systems, and high-temperature cables. Located in Simi Valley, CA, this site is within the Fire Safety & Power Systems Division (FSPSD) and is a key supplier in select energy markets, particularly in nuclear gas analyzers and nuclear containment vessel penetration cables. We work directly with some of the largest aerospace companies in the world, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin, among others.

SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

POSITION SUMMARY

The Supplier Development Engineer manages suppliers' performance to ensure quality, cost, and delivery requirements are met by improving suppliers' processes and resolving production issues. The position will report directly to the Division Supplier Development Manager. Key responsibilities include evaluating supplier capabilities, conducting audits, managing corrective actions, fostering supplier partnerships through on-site support, and driving cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives for both new and existing suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Selection & Onboarding: Evaluate new suppliers' capabilities, conduct technical and quality system audits, and assist in their onboarding process to ensure they meet company standards. Collaborate with the division to establish preferred supplier selection criteria based on supplier evaluations of price, competencies, quality, delivery, certifications, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations.
• Performance Improvement: Develop and implement performance improvement plans for key suppliers, focusing on quality, delivery, output (run @ rate) and cost reduction.
• Rate Readiness: Conduct and review Production Readiness and Risk Assessments (PRA) onsite at the supplier and provide improvement opportunities that help to develop partnership with FSPS.
• Quality Management: Drive APQP and PPAP milestone execution in close collaboration with Supplier Quality, enabling smooth product launches and efficient production ramp-ups.
• Problem Solving: Lead cross-functional teams to resolve technical, quality and delivery performance issues with suppliers, performing root cause analysis and driving robust countermeasures.
• Work Transfers: Responsible for leading work transfer projects from inception through full transition.
• Relationship Management: Act as a key technical liaison between the company and suppliers, building strong partnerships to improve performance.
• Cost Reduction: Identify opportunities to lower product costs and reduce supply risk by improving supplier processes. Manage and lead supplier continuous improvement proposals.
• Project Leadership: Play an active and leading role in various cross functional and independent projects through management, analysis, or data development - with the ultimate goal of developing into a collaborative and cooperative team player on an organization-wide level.
• Technical Support: Provide technical assistance to suppliers, offering training and support to improve their manufacturing capabilities and quality systems.
• Analytics: Analyze supplier quality and delivery metrics and generate reports for senior management to highlight trends and performance gaps.
• Travel: Domestic and international travel may be required, 20-40% of the time.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or material management.
• Experience requirement: Minimum of 4 years supplier development experience.
• Technical Expertise: A strong background in engineering, manufacturing processes, quality systems, and relevant industry standards. Ability to read and interpret technical product drawings. Experience with PPAP and Quality System Improvements in the supply base. Manufacturing engineering experience preferred. Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.
• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions, such as using A3 methodology.
• Industry Knowledge: A solid understanding of industry market trends, manufacturing processes, and technological developments relevant to the company's products is important. Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop data-driven improvement plans. Exceptional analytical skills to tackle complex engineering problems are a must.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills to effectively communicate with suppliers, internal teams, and senior management.
• Detail-Oriented & Self-Motivated: Capable of managing multiple priorities and working effectively in a fast-paced environment. The ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and projects is crucial.
• Leadership: Ability to influence, lead, and drive cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Computer Proficiency: Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand electronic processing. Technically proficient in Excel, PowerBI, and ERP systems.
• Certifications: 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.

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:

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $84915 to $141320 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

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.
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Additional Comments:

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