Description: The Supplier Development Electrical Engineer is responsible for delivering strategic and tactical supply chain activities for our electrical supply base to effectively support all Textron Systems’ businesses across all site locations with a focus on overall external supply chain improvement. The objective is simple: create an optimized external supply chain enabling the highest levels of competition among the highest performing suppliers geographically located to optimally support our business throughout all phases of the product life cycle with a particular focus on quality. This includes supplier assessment and development, supplier identification, and supplier management. This resource will need to work collaboratively across functions to understand the needs of the business and drive supply chain execution and accountability to improve the service level provided to operations and customers. This role has the ability to travel and see all types of suppliers, support multiple product lines and components/assemblies, solve dynamic problems through supplier management, and partner with business functions like program management, engineering, and their supply chain functions. The Supplier Development Electrical engineer is specifically responsible for driving results with our suppliers across multiple supply categories including Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs), RF & antennas, cables, and other complex electromechanical assemblies in all facets of performance, including delivery and quality. Job Experience / Qualifications: · Deep knowledge of electrical design and awareness of lean manufacturing principles. Preferred knowledge in complex circuit card assemblies (CCAs), RF and microwave. · Ability to analyze and understand technical drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, Model Based Definition Files, preliminary bills of material, engineering sketches, CAD models, prototypes, specifications, and ad-hoc requirements. · Knowledge of ISO 9001-based quality systems, AS9100, and AS9102. · Broad knowledge of Quality Engineering and manufacturing processes and procedures. · Knowledge of J-STD-001 and IPC-610, and key industry standards that drive electrical design and manufacture. · Ability to visualize and comprehend critical elements of a manufacturing environment, and to understand the interactions of various factors that affect mechanical/electrical engineering designs. · Ability to detect and analyze potential design issues, and to apply logical or scientific solutions to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. · Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with suppliers, peers and other functional areas. · Knowledge of GD&T and the appropriate tolerances in a manufacturing environment. · Knowledge of DFX principles, including Design for Manufacturing, Assembly, and Cost. · Basic computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, Visio. · Manufacturing specific computer skills: ERP and MRP (e.g. Oracle); PLM (e.g. Matrix) · Experience with root cause corrective action (RCCA) processes and tools · Knowledge and appreciation of outsourcing and Supply Chain procedures · Desire to continually learn new skills, attend technical expositions, and develop a sourcing network in the industry. · Travel to supplier locations at least 30% of time. Skills: Process improvement, Manufacturing engineering, New product development, Supplier quality, electrical wiring, electrical assembly, electrical system, cable harness, circuit card assembly, printed circuit board assembly, rf antenna, electromechanical assembly, Root cause analysis, Manufacturing process, Continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, Quality engineering, Process development Top Skills Details: Process improvement,Manufacturing engineering,New product development,Supplier quality,electrical wiring,electrical assembly,electrical system,cable harness,circuit card assembly,printed circuit board assembly,rf antenna,electromechanical assembly Additional Skills & Qualifications: - 4 - 10 years of Experience = Textron Level 3 - Experience as Manufacturing Engineer or Mechanical Engineer supporting Manufacturing process - Supplier Management: Drive results with suppliers across multiple supply categories. - Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs): Ensure performance in delivery and quality. - RF & Antennas: Oversee supplier performance in these components. - Cables: Manage supplier relationships and performance for cable assemblies. - Complex Electromechanical Assemblies: Handle supplier performance for various complex assemblies. - Performance Metrics: Focus on all facets of performance, including delivery and quality. 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