Senior Advanced Project Engineer – Electronics Supplier Development

Job Description:

• Evaluate the capabilities of electronic component suppliers and support the transition of hardware from development to production
• Conduct supplier risk assessments and implement targeted quality improvement plans for electronic component manufacturing processes
• Lead and participate in capacity assessment exercises
• Establish clear metrics and performance expectations related to electronic components
• Partner with suppliers to lead and support OPEX projects improving product flow, throughput, lead time, and yield
• Ensure electronic component suppliers comply with quality management systems, industry standards, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with engineering, New Product Introduction, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams
• Resolve supplier-related issues and improve overall supply chain performance
• Travel locally and domestically 25% normally, and up to 50% on rare occasions
• Report directly to the Director of Supplier Development

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering and / or supplier development with a focus on Printed Wiring Boards and / or other electrical component production / design / engineering / NPI
• Proficiency in quality management and problem-solving tools, including Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and/or Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP/PPAP)
• Knowledge of aerospace standards and practices related to electronics components / PWB manufacturing
• In-depth knowledge of supplier development strategies, supplier relationship management, and quality control
• Experience with project management and Kaizen facilitation
• Familiarity with Total Preventative Maintenance, asset management for downtime reduction, critical spare parts, and CAPEX proposals
• Proficiency in budget management and financial acumen
• 6+ years of leadership and team management experience
• Green or Black Belt Certification(s) in Lean / Six Sigma
• Candidate must be a U.S. Person: a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status, or able to obtain an export authorization

Benefits:

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Educational assistance
• Parental leave
• 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time
• Performance-driven salary
• Regular travel opportunities