Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

L3Harris Technologies

. Serve as the Supplier Quality Lead for an Integrated Supplier Team supporting a critical, high-risk supplier .

Posted 10/25/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $96,000 - $178,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier quality management, including risk assessment, quality planning, and continuous improvement strategies. Proficient in applying aerospace quality standards and leading supplier investigations to enhance performance and mitigate risks.

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Supplier Quality ManagementAerospace Quality StandardsRisk AssessmentTechnical WritingContinuous Improvement

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Hard Skills

Quality PlanningStatistical ToolsProcess ControlsInspection StrategiesSupplier Engagement StrategiesQuality Systems AssessmentSupplier InvestigationsReturn-to-Green PlansData-Driven MethodologiesDefect Prevention

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaborationIndependent WorkLeadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeGraduate DegreeUS Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

AS9100AS9102AS9145Supplier Quality LeadHigh-Risk SupplierMissile Production RequirementsCapacity ExpansionProduction Ramp-UpSCAR ClosureCross-Functional Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the Supplier Quality Lead for an Integrated Supplier Team supporting a critical, high-risk supplier
Provide technical and strategic leadership for supplier quality performance, including quality planning, risk management, and continuous improvement
Use structured, data-driven methodologies and statistical tools to strengthen supplier manufacturing capability, reduce variation, and prevent defects
Develop and execute supplier engagement strategies during capacity expansion and production ramp-up
Apply advanced quality engineering principles throughout the supplier lifecycle
Assess supplier manufacturing processes, quality systems, and technical capability to meet missile production requirements
Conduct supplier risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to prevent quality escapes and supply disruptions
Develop supplier quality plans, process controls, and inspection strategies
Participate in MRB, change review boards, and configuration control activities
Lead complex supplier investigations and ensure effective SCAR closure
Develop and execute Return-to-Green and continuous improvement plans to elevate supplier performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant quality experience
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related quality experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related quality experience
Valid driver’s license
Ability to obtain a US Secret security clearance
Strong knowledge of aerospace quality standards including AS9100, AS9102, and AS9145
Demonstrated experience managing quality performance for strategic, high-risk, or highly technical suppliers
Excellent technical writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment
Ability to travel approximately 75% and travel more than 150 miles by vehicle one way

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
EAP
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays