Manager, Quality Management

L3 Harris

Northampton, MA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

AS 9100, Acoustics, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Aerospace and Defense, American Society for Quality (ASQ), Analysis Skills, Auditing, Best Practices, Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Conflict Resolution, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Establish Priorities, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), High Reliability, ISO 9001, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Onboarding, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Process Development, Process Improvement, Process Management, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Production Systems, Production Volume, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Scorecarding, Security Clearance, Six Sigma Black Belt, Six Sigma Green Belt, Supply Chain, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Delivery, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Vendor/Supplier Quality Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection

LOCATION

Northampton, MA

POSTED

7 days ago

Manager Quality Management Job ID 39607 L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers\' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers\' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Title: Manager, Quality Management, Supplier Quality Job Location: Northampton, MA Job Schedule: 9/80 Job Description: The Supplier Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing and developing the supplier quality program for the Northampton site within the Maritime Acoustics & Imaging division. This role ensures that all external suppliers meet required quality, technical, and delivery standards to support high-reliability maritime products. The Supplier Quality Manager drives supplier performance improvement, manages incoming quality processes, and works closely with Procurement, Engineering, and Operations to maintain a robust and compliant supply chain. SEE THE L3 HARRIS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION Essential Functions: Lead the supplier quality program for the Northampton site, including standards, procedures, and best practices for supplier qualification and performance management. Plan and execute supplier qualification, audits/assessments, and ongoing monitoring to ensure compliance with internal, industry, and customer requirements. Act as the primary escalation point for supplier quality issues?manage nonconformances, root-cause/corrective actions, recovery planning, and Get-To-Green execution. Drive preventive quality and risk mitigation-identify process gaps and implement closure plans to strengthen supply chain robustness. Support Procurement with supplier selection, onboarding, and risk evaluation through data-driven assessments and technical review. nd KPIs (defect rates, audit findings, corrective-action timeliness), including line-of-balance metrics to gauge manufacturing health. Qualifications: 12+ years in Operations/Quality/Supply Chain or related fields, with hands-on experience in supplier quality/quality engineering within a manufacturing/technical environment. Proven leadership/management. Ability to lead cross-functional teams, interface across levels, and engage effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Demonstrated supplier development and performance improvement, including constraint management and lean manufacturing principles. Strong command of quality systems and auditing practices; supplier development methodologies and compliance frameworks (e.g., AS9100 or ISO 9001). Analytical and critical-thinking skills-data-driven oversight, KPI/scorecard management, and effective prioritization. Executive-level communication and presentation; relationship building, team facilitation, and conflict resolution to create a trust-based partnering environment. Ability to work independently with minimal oversight. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Ability to obtain and/or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance Preferred Additional Skills: Experience in aerospace, defense, maritime, acoustics, imaging, or other high-reliability industries. Certifications such as ASQ Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP), CQE, CQA, or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt. Familiarity with PPAP, APQP, FMEA, and other advanced quality tools. Experience with high-mix, low-volume production environments and complex supply chains.

About the Company

L3 Harris

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

COMPANY SIZE

5,000 to 9,999 employees

INDUSTRY

Aerospace and Defense

FOUNDED

1942

WEBSITE

http://www.rocket.com/