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L3Harris Senior Associate, Supplier Quality Engineering in Alpharetta, Georgia
Job Title: Senior Associate, Supplier Quality Engineer
Job Code: 11735
Job Location: Alpharetta, GA
Job Description:
This position is responsible for quality improvement of issues related to suppliers and/or subcontractors of materials, products or services used in development or manufacturing.
Analyze supplier performance and develop improvement plans for identified problem areas to drive down supplier DPPM and nonconformance rates
Use Six Sigma & Lean concepts for supplier improvement of quality and delivery metrics
Provide training for basic quality methodologies to support supplier partnerships
Support programs assessing potential new suppliers
Implement Supplier Partnership concepts with focus suppliers
Review, analyze and report on quality discrepancies related to assembly, process, mechanical, machining, fabrication, and electro-mechanical systems.
Perform and evaluate root cause and corrective action to correct product/process deficiencies, ensuring implementation with suppliers and effectiveness of actions
Perform elements of Advanced Product Quality Planning (Process Flow Diagrams & Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Control Plans, Measurement System Analysis, and First Article Inspections)
Perform SPC, Predictive Quality methodologies, and problem-solving methodologies
Implement Zero Defect Plans (ZDP) with critical suppliers, acting as the key technical interface between suppliers and L3Harris by assisting suppliers to develop robust processes, performing process/product validations, recommending manufacturability improvements (process and design).
Essential Functions:
Support L3Harris operations when supplied material is identified as nonconforming and take appropriate corrective action(s) with the supplier
Work proactively with L3Harris suppliers utilizing tools such as APQP and Zero Defect Planning to mitigate the risk of escapes to L3Harris and/or L3Harris customers.
Qualifications:
Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects, and tactics within a team.
Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 2 years or graduate degree with 0 to 2 year prior relevant experience.
Ability to focus, prioritize, and multi-task successfully to drive projects to closure
Demonstrated knowledge in AMLCDs, CCAs, PWBs, electronics assemblies, gaskets, films, Cables/Connectors, etc.
Ability to perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) using standard RCA tools
Ability to perform trend analysis
Interactive skills, strong written and communication skills
Preferred Additional Skills:
Willingness to travel up to 25% percent
Ability to work in a team environment.
Experience with Predictive Quality and problem-solving methodologies
ISO9001/AS9100 and process audit experience
Supplier Development and Engagement experience
Experience presenting to upper-level management
Experience with Predictive Quality
Lean Concepts
Commodity management experience
Special process audit experience
ZDP Project Management
Due to the nature of our work, this position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.
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.
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.
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