Supplier Development Engineer

Position Summary At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers. As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. At Exotic Metals Forming Division, our highly talented team blends a passion for manufacturing with relentless customer support, making us the partner of choice for complex aerospace solutions. Working at EMFD is about being part of a team, a culture, something that is bigger than each of us individually. We began as a small group of people passionately committed to a common goal. That is why we are so proud of everyone in our Exotic family who strives to be the best at what they do every day, working as a collaborative team in a culture of continuous improvement to stretch the bounds of creative thinking and provide quality products to our customers around the globe. Supplier Development Engineer The Supplier Development Engineer will facilitate continuous improvement initiatives and problem resolution of quality issues / opportunities with suppliers and monitor suppliers’ performance against contractual obligations, scorecards, and key performance indicators. Will approve suppliers recommended by Procurement / Supply Chain Team. Responsibilities Will lead cost reduction projects through supplier continuous improvement activitiesUtilize structure problem solving to resolve chronic part shortagesResponsible for leading supplier site audits and/or coordinate supplier audits with a cross functional team to determine appropriateness and quality of supplier’s productMust be able to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% of timeResponsible for leading work transfer projects from inception through full transitionWill initiate vendor quality management and process improvements including evaluating process capability, tracking delivery, output, and reporting of supplier performance including pHConnect metricsCollaborates with the business unit or division to establish preferred supplier selection criteria based on evaluations of supplier price, quality, delivery, certifications, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations Qualifications Four-year college degree in engineeringMinimum of 4 – 7 years supplier development experiencePossess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practicesMust have advanced computer skills and be able to understand electronic processingMust have experience with PPAP and Quality System Improvements in the supply baseExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contactsMust be an innovator and embrace Lean Enterprise principles and practicesSix Sigma Black Belt preferred Drug-Free Workplace In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. Competitive Compensation Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule Pay Range: $84915 to $141320 annuallyParticipation in Annual Incentive Program Benefit & Retirement Plans Parker Offers Competitive Benefit Programs, Including Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.Career development and tuition reimbursement.Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays. Equal Employment Opportunity Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”) If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission