Senior Advanced Project Engineer – Electronics Supplier Development

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Assess the capabilities of suppliers providing electronic components and facilitate the transition of hardware from development to production.

• Perform risk evaluations for suppliers and execute targeted quality enhancement plans for the manufacturing processes of electronic components.

• Lead and engage in capacity evaluation activities.

• Define clear metrics and performance expectations regarding electronic components.

• Collaborate with suppliers to spearhead and support OPEX initiatives aimed at improving product flow, throughput, lead time, and yield.

• Ensure that suppliers of electronic components adhere to quality management systems, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Work in conjunction with engineering, New Product Introduction, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams.

• Address supplier-related challenges and enhance overall supply chain performance.

• Travel locally and domestically 25% of the time, with the possibility of 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 field such as science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.

• At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, and/or supplier development, focusing on Printed Wiring Boards and/or other electrical component production/design/engineering/New Product Introduction.

• Expertise in quality management and problem-solving methodologies, including Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and/or Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP/PPAP).

• Familiarity with aerospace standards and practices related to electronic components/PWB manufacturing.

• Extensive understanding of supplier development strategies, supplier relationship management, and quality control.

• Experience in project management and Kaizen facilitation.

• Knowledge of Total Preventative Maintenance, asset management aimed at reducing downtime, critical spare parts, and CAPEX proposals.

• Proficient in budget management and possess strong financial acumen.

• Over 6 years of experience in leadership and team management.

• Green or Black Belt Certification(s) in Lean/Six Sigma.

• Candidate must qualify as a U.S. Person: a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, individual with protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status, or capable of obtaining an export authorization.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• Coverage for short-term and long-term disability.

• 401(k) matching program.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Health savings accounts.

• Employee assistance program.

• Educational assistance.

• Parental leave.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Paid time off for vacations, personal days, and sick leave.

• Performance-based salary.

• Regular travel opportunities.