Supplier Development Engineer - Aerospace

Parker Aerospace, an operating segment of Parker Hannifin Corporation, is one of the world's leading producers of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, and engine systems and components for the aerospace industry. We design and build equipment for virtually every aircraft and aero engine being produced in the world today.
In addition to game-changing technology, our customers look to us for shorter lead times, lower costs, higher reliability, and lifetime support. All coupled with the positive attitude and innovative thinking of a true business partner.

Parker Aerospace provides unmatched performance for both our customers and shareholders, built on a foundation of core company values. As a result, our business growth is impressive and consistent. Best of all, our team members share in the success resulting from that growth.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! Our competitive package includes:

Competitive Compensation
* Participation in Annual Incentive Program

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 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

The Supplier Development Engineer (SDE) will report to the Division Supplier Development Manager. This is a "hands on" role and the SDE will aid in resolving chronic shortages, be a liaison between the supplier and internal groups and be involved in projects to improve delivery, quality and cost performance within the Supply Chain in order to provide benefit to the Braking Systems Division (BSD). The Supplier Development activities are focused on product and process performance for all production including new programs and current production providing the link between Quality, Engineering, Procurement and Supplier. The SDE will assist in the day-to-day project execution and coordination at the supplier as needed and will utilize expertise in Engineering, Purchasing and Operations. Supplier visits and audits will be standard work for the SDE to ensure continuous improvement of supplier operations and containment of situations that will impact Braking Systems Division's ability to support our customers with 100% on-time delivery.

Knowledge and experience in Purchasing, Design, Manufacturing Operations and experience in Quality core tools for zero defects is highly preferred (e.g., Lean manufacturing Techniques, APQP, PFMEA, DFMEA, 8D, SPC, MSA, CP, etc.).

**This position will be based in Akron, Ohio

Essential Functions
* Participate in activities that improve the velocity of transfer of work from an incumbent to new supplier
* Conduct and review Production Readiness and Risk Assessments (PRA) onsite at the supplier and provide improvement opportunities that helps to develop the partnership with BSD.
* Represent BSD and collaborate with other BSD disciplines to monitor and improve supplier performance (OTD, Zero Defects)
* Bring suppliers online to the Zero Defects Plan (ZDP) which includes APQP activity and PPAP elements (i.e., PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, PFD)
* Manage and lead supplier continuous improvement proposals
* Assist in the completion of flawless new product introduction
* Recognize supplier performance trends and identify areas for improvement to mitigate risk; manage and provide input to supplier recovery roadmap as needed
* Must be able to travel domestically up to 50% of time, some int'l travel but not often

Qualifications
* Bachelor degree required in Engineering or other related discipline
* Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience; 8 or more years preferred; aerospace or automotive industry experience preferred
* Working knowledge of process improvement and zero defect tools (i.e. DFMEA, PFMEA, MSA, SPC, PPAP, APQP, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, TAKT, 5Why, 8D, etc.)
* Understanding of various processes in a manufacturing setting related to Planning/Scheduling, workflow, bottlenecks, etc.
* Demonstrable knowledge of Supplier Quality and Supply Chain Improvement and be capable of implementing current Supply Chain techniques
* Highly organized and excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work on multi-functional teams; project management, problem solving/resolution tools and techniques
* Conversant with Microsoft Office software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
* PPAP experience including FAI
* Knowledge of statistical techniques is an advantage
* Working knowledge of Aerospace regulations and requirements preferred (Automotive Industry standards and regulations are an acceptable alternative)

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.

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.

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