Job Description
Job Title: Sr. Specialist, Quality Engineering (Electrical Commodity)
Job Code: 19878
Job Location: Northampton, MA onsite
Schedule: 9/80
Job Description:
Using a developed knowledge of a supplier's implemented process control and inspection planning effectiveness, this associate will aggressively work to reduce the non-value-added expense associated within supply chain functions and processes. This associate will be expected to work with our suppliers to improve performance (Quality and Delivery) and facilitate production cost and lead time reduction.
This position is for a professional with a background in operations, manufacturing and/or industrial engineering. This individual will work independently at the supplier site in several key target areas.
The individual will collaborate with supplier management to coordinate and/or lead activities such as process flow, value stream mapping, 3P, Gemba walks, controlled build reviews, defining metrics, change communication technology or system improvements, operational logistics thru flow and linkage, continuous improvement activities, sub-tier management evaluations, capacity evaluations, etc. This will include resolution of risks/obstacles, regardless of origin to ensure manufacturing, supply chain, and delivery processes have the capability to meet customer needs and schedule. Communication may involve senior management in multiple organizations.
Essential Functions:
Establish partnerships at all levels within the supplier, emphasizing collaboration, clear expectations, common goals, trust and transparency
Identify risks and gaps in supplier manufacturing processes and develop gap closure plans
Ensure suppliers are managing capacity, demand and resource plans that demonstrate rate readiness
Assist the supplier in line of balance / metrics to evaluate the health and stability of the manufacturing process
Monitor supplier performance and facilitate improvement projects using L3Harris KPI?s as a basis for prioritization and maintain total internal and external customer awareness.
Jointly develop Get-To-Green plans with supplier, then implement targeted actions to hold supplier and stakeholders accountable for performance to plan
Drive engagement and cross-functional collaboration between Supply Chain, Engineering and Quality for both L3Harris and the supplier
Support corporate improvement initiatives by ensuring the supply base is trained on the common processes, lean manufacturing, quality systems, and other improvement tools
Ensure technical reviews are supported with the appropriate knowledge and experience to provide a thorough evaluation of the supplier?s manufacturing capabilities
Work with L3Harris Supply Chain Organization to identify capable and interested second sources, ready to provide a competitive option.
Serve as an advocate to suppliers when at L3Harris and represent L3Harris business interests when working with these suppliers.
Travel Requirement: Up to 25% of the time, primarily domestic travel.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
Experience managing electrical and contract manufacturer commodities. Focused on Circuit Card, Cables, Harnesses, Motors, Slip Rings along with Camera?s, Laser?s and Sensors.
Continuous improvement focus. Ability to investigate issues, problem solve, and prevent future problems from occurring
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven capability to solve technical problems while meeting the need of the customer
Able to work independently, prioritizing work to meet objectives and expectations accurately and efficiently
Works well with all levels inside and outside of the organization: management, peers, and suppliers. Able to work collaboratively
Ability to represent the organization as a prime contact on contracts or projects
Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
Must meet eligibility requirements to access US classified information
Preferred Additional Skills:
CQE and/or other ASQ Certifications preferred.
Electrical, electro-optical, and mechanical assembly background.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Management or other related field
Secret level security clearance at time of hire preferred.
IPC/J-Std and/or Fiber Optic manufacturing background.
Knowledge of ERP systems. (i.e. SAP, Costpoint, Team Center)
Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement tools.
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.
Job Code: 19878
Job Location: Northampton, MA onsite
Schedule: 9/80
Job Description:
Using a developed knowledge of a supplier's implemented process control and inspection planning effectiveness, this associate will aggressively work to reduce the non-value-added expense associated within supply chain functions and processes. This associate will be expected to work with our suppliers to improve performance (Quality and Delivery) and facilitate production cost and lead time reduction.
This position is for a professional with a background in operations, manufacturing and/or industrial engineering. This individual will work independently at the supplier site in several key target areas.
The individual will collaborate with supplier management to coordinate and/or lead activities such as process flow, value stream mapping, 3P, Gemba walks, controlled build reviews, defining metrics, change communication technology or system improvements, operational logistics thru flow and linkage, continuous improvement activities, sub-tier management evaluations, capacity evaluations, etc. This will include resolution of risks/obstacles, regardless of origin to ensure manufacturing, supply chain, and delivery processes have the capability to meet customer needs and schedule. Communication may involve senior management in multiple organizations.
Essential Functions:
Establish partnerships at all levels within the supplier, emphasizing collaboration, clear expectations, common goals, trust and transparency
Identify risks and gaps in supplier manufacturing processes and develop gap closure plans
Ensure suppliers are managing capacity, demand and resource plans that demonstrate rate readiness
Assist the supplier in line of balance / metrics to evaluate the health and stability of the manufacturing process
Monitor supplier performance and facilitate improvement projects using L3Harris KPI?s as a basis for prioritization and maintain total internal and external customer awareness.
Jointly develop Get-To-Green plans with supplier, then implement targeted actions to hold supplier and stakeholders accountable for performance to plan
Drive engagement and cross-functional collaboration between Supply Chain, Engineering and Quality for both L3Harris and the supplier
Support corporate improvement initiatives by ensuring the supply base is trained on the common processes, lean manufacturing, quality systems, and other improvement tools
Ensure technical reviews are supported with the appropriate knowledge and experience to provide a thorough evaluation of the supplier?s manufacturing capabilities
Work with L3Harris Supply Chain Organization to identify capable and interested second sources, ready to provide a competitive option.
Serve as an advocate to suppliers when at L3Harris and represent L3Harris business interests when working with these suppliers.
Travel Requirement: Up to 25% of the time, primarily domestic travel.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
Experience managing electrical and contract manufacturer commodities. Focused on Circuit Card, Cables, Harnesses, Motors, Slip Rings along with Camera?s, Laser?s and Sensors.
Continuous improvement focus. Ability to investigate issues, problem solve, and prevent future problems from occurring
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven capability to solve technical problems while meeting the need of the customer
Able to work independently, prioritizing work to meet objectives and expectations accurately and efficiently
Works well with all levels inside and outside of the organization: management, peers, and suppliers. Able to work collaboratively
Ability to represent the organization as a prime contact on contracts or projects
Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
Must meet eligibility requirements to access US classified information
Preferred Additional Skills:
CQE and/or other ASQ Certifications preferred.
Electrical, electro-optical, and mechanical assembly background.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Management or other related field
Secret level security clearance at time of hire preferred.
IPC/J-Std and/or Fiber Optic manufacturing background.
Knowledge of ERP systems. (i.e. SAP, Costpoint, Team Center)
Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement tools.
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.
Key skill Required
- Manufacturing
- Microsoft Office
- Logistics
- Affirmative Action
- Awareness
- Change Communication
- Clearance
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Coordination
- Customer Needs
- Effectiveness
- Facilitate
- Focused
- Industrial Engineering
- Inspection Planning
- Lean Manufacturing
- Lean Six Sigma
- Management
- Manufacturing Process
- Mechanical Assembly
- Orientation
- Prioritization
- Process Control
- Quality Engineering
- Security
- Security Clearance
- Senior Management
- Six Sigma
- Supplier Management
- Supply Chain
- Value Stream Mapping
- Verbal Communication
- Work Independently
- Written and Verbal Communication
