Sr Spec, Quality Engrg (Supplier Quality)

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Quality Engineer

Job Code: 45543

Job Location: Rochester, NY

Job Schedule: 5/8: Employees work 8 hours per day, 5 days a week or 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hurs worked and have every other Friday off 

Job Description:

L3Harris Tactical Communications seeking a Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer to support our connector/cable sourcing team. Successful candidates will have a technical background with experience in electromechanical assembly and quality. This role requires the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stake holders. Experience with quality systems/tools including APQP, PPAP, and part qualification desired.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate with suppliers to reduce variability, increase reliability and ensure on-time delivery.

• Focus on problem prevention, supplier quality control, continuous improvement, and data reporting.

• Facilitate Part/Process Qualification through FAI and PPAP.

• Manage material Inspection Plans and methods for production material.

• Collaborate with engineering, suppliers, and manufacturing for smooth transitions from concept to production.

• Willingness to travel (25% or more), primarily domestic.

• Position requires a minimum of a BS degree (Engineering or STEM)

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:

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• ​Experience with connectors and cables. 
• ​Experience in Six Sigma, Lean methodologies, Corrective & Preventive Action, and Root Cause Analysis.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York state, is $84,000 to $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.