Level 3 Communications, Inc

Senior Specialist, Quality Engineering (Malabar, FL)

Level 3 Communications, Inc$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 6+ years of experience, or a Graduate Degree with 4+ years; or 10+ years of experience without a degree.
  • Familiarity with quality methodologies such as AS9102 FAI and PPAP implementation.
  • Experience with Predictive Quality and problem-solving techniques.
  • Knowledge of ISO9001/AS9100 standards and process auditing.
  • Hands-on machining process knowledge including CNC methods, and fabrication techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize Six Sigma & Lean principles to enhance supplier quality and delivery metrics.
  • Educate suppliers on basic quality methodologies to ensure effective partnerships.
  • Evaluate potential new suppliers for machining and fabrication needs.
  • Analyze and report on quality discrepancies in machined and assembled products.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions to resolve supplier-related deficiencies.
  • Implement Advanced Product Quality Planning techniques including process flow and FMEA.
  • Employ Statistical Process Control and predictive methodologies to improve quality.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and training.
  • Flexible hours and potential for remote work arrangements.
  • Travel opportunities up to 30% for hands-on supplier engagement.
  • The possibility of obtaining a U.S. Government Security Clearance.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Senior Specialist, Quality Engineering

Job Code: 39294

Job Location: Malabar, FL

Job Schedule: 1st Shift, Mon-Thurs 4/10

Job Description:

This position is responsible for quality improvement related to suppliers and/or subcontractors of machined components, fabricated parts, and manufacturing services used in development and production. Support the implementation of Zero-Defect Plans (ZDP) with critical machining and fabrication suppliers, by assisting them to develop robust manufacturing processes, perform process/product validations, and recommending manufacturability improvements (process and design). Supports L3Harris operations when supplied material is identified as nonconforming and drive corrective action(s) with the supplier. Analyze supplier performance and develop improvement plans to drive down supplier nonconformance rates.

Essential Functions:
  • Use Six Sigma & Lean concepts for supplier improvement of quality and delivery metrics
  • Provide training for basic quality methodologies to support supplier partnerships
  • Support programs assessing potential new machining and fabrication suppliers
  • Review, analyze and report on quality discrepancies related to machined parts, fabricated assemblies, mechanical systems, and electro-mechanical components
  • Perform and evaluate root cause and corrective action to correct product/process deficiencies, ensuring implementation with suppliers and effectiveness of actions
  • Perform elements of Advanced Product Quality Planning (Process Flow Diagrams & Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Control Plans, Measurement System Analysis, and First Articles)
  • Perform Statistical Process Control, Predictive Quality methodologies, and problem-solving methodologies
  • Work proactively with L3Harris suppliers to mitigate the risk of escapes to L3Harris and L3Harris customers
  • Ability to travel up to 30% percent
  • Ability to work flexible hours on an as need basis
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance


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.


Preferred Additional Skills:
  • AS9102 FAI experience
  • Working knowledge of PPAP implementation and associated elements
  • Experience with Predictive Quality and problem-solving methodologies
  • ISO9001/AS9100 and process audit experience
  • Experience in ZDP Project Management
  • Familiarity with precision measurement equipment and CMM programming
  • Experience with GD&T interpretation and inspection methods
  • Knowledge in machining processes (CNC milling, turning, grinding), and fabrication techniques (welding, brazing, sheet metal forming, assembly)


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