Lead, Supplier Development Engineer

L3Harris Technologies

. Act as the primary technical liaison between internal engineering teams and critical suppliers .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $110,500 - $205,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier development and engineering processes, with a strong focus on technical evaluations, root-cause analysis, and risk management. Proficient in utilizing advanced aerospace materials and engineering software to enhance supplier performance and product quality.

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Supplier Development ExperienceRoot Cause AnalysisLean Green Belt CertificationGD&T KnowledgeEngineering Software Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA)DMAIC8DIshikawa5 WhysData AnalyticsTechnical Data Packages (TDPs)Supplier EngagementManufacturing Capability AssessmentTechnical Risk Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipProblem SolvingCollaborationStakeholder Reporting

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office 365AI-Enabled SolutionsEngineering Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean Green BeltSix Sigma Black Belt

Industry Keywords

Aerospace MaterialsThermal Protection Systems (TPS)Solid Rocket Motors (SRM)Divert and Attitude Control Systems (DACS)Missile Defense Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the primary technical liaison between internal engineering teams and critical suppliers
Communicate, interpret, and translate complex Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and drawing requirements for suppliers
Lead supplier engagements to assess manufacturing capability, capacity, and technical risks
Oversee and resolve nonconforming product issues, including leading Material Review Board (MRB) activities
Implement root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive measures to improve supplier processes and reduce defects
Manage supplier product and process changes, including changes supporting production ramp-up
Perform technical evaluations of supplier proposals to support cost and price analysis
Partner with Design, Project, and Manufacturing Engineering; Supplier Quality; and Subcontracts teams
Report supplier technical health, risks, and performance metrics to internal stakeholders
Lead high-impact supplier development initiatives with minimal oversight
Support new product and process development across high-priority defense programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree with 9 years of related engineering or supplier development experience; OR Graduate Degree with 7 years of related experience; OR in lieu of a degree, 13 years of supplier development, manufacturing engineering, or technical experience
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Experience with DMAIC, 8D, Ishikawa, 5 Whys, and Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) preferred
Proficiency with engineering software and Microsoft Office 365 preferred
Knowledge of advanced aerospace materials including composites, refractory/high-temperature materials, elastomers, and Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) preferred
Strong GD&T knowledge for design evaluation and drawing interpretation preferred
Lean Green Belt or Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred
Ability to use data analytics and emerging digital tools, including AI-enabled solutions, for enhanced problem solving preferred
Experience with Solid Rocket Motors (SRM), Divert and Attitude Control Systems (DACS), or missile defense systems preferred
Travel requirements ranging from 25%–75%, depending on supplier location

Benefits

Comp & perks

9/80 schedule: employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours, with every other Friday off
Health insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays