Remote Development Engineer Jobs
Remote development engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed engineering teams in sectors like software, energy, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing. Employers hiring development engineers remotely right now include CVS Health, Penn State University, and Clearwater Analytics (CWAN). See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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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: Lead, Supplier Engineer / Supplier Development Engineer – Integrated Supplier Team (IST)
Job Code: 47724
Location: Field / Remote - HSV, AL Base (Ideally local to assigned supplier to minimize travel - Lincoln, Nebraska, Tucson, Arizona, or Hunting Beach, California)
Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
L3Harris is seeking an experienced Supplier Development Engineer to support the Integrated Supplier Team (IST). This role acts as a primary technical liaison between internal engineering teams and critical suppliers to ensure quality, schedule, and technical execution across high‑priority defense programs. The Lead Supplier Engineer evaluates supplier capabilities, drives process improvements, resolves complex technical issues, and supports new product and process development. This position leads high‑impact initiatives with minimal oversight and contributes directly to supplier performance, product integrity, and mission success.
Essential Functions:
Communicate, interpret, and translate complex Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and drawing requirements for suppliers.- Lead supplier engagements to assess manufacturing capability, capacity, and technical risks.
- Oversee and resolve nonconforming product issues, including leading Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
- Implement root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive measures to improve supplier processes and reduce defects.
- Manage supplier product and process changes, including those supporting production ramp‑up.
- Perform technical evaluations of supplier proposals to support cost and price analysis.
- Partner with internal Design, Project, and Manufacturing Engineering; Supplier Quality; and Subcontracts teams to resolve technical challenges impacting yield, quality, and schedule.
- Report supplier technical health, risks, and performance metrics to internal stakeholders.
- Field-based role with travel requirements ranging from 25%–75%, depending on supplier location.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree with 9 years of related engineering or supplier development experience; OR Graduate Degree with 7 years of related experience; OR In lieu of a degree, 13 years of supplier development, manufacturing engineering, or technical experience.- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with DMAIC, 8D, Ishikawa, 5 Whys, and Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA).- Proficiency with engineering software and Microsoft Office 365.
- Knowledge of advanced aerospace materials including composites, refractory/high‑temperature materials, elastomers, and Thermal Protection Systems (TPS).
- Strong GD&T knowledge for design evaluation and drawing interpretation.
- Lean Green Belt or Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
- Ability to use data analytics and emerging digital tools, including AI‑enabled solutions, for enhanced problem solving.
- Ability to mentor suppliers and cross-functional teams.
- Experience with Solid Rocket Motors (SRM), Divert and Attitude Control Systems (DACS), or missile defense systems.
- Strong communication skills, including preparation of supplier health reports and technical presentations.
- Ability to lead supplier technical discussions, working sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, the Greater D.C. area, Denver, or NYC is $127,500 – $236,500. The salary range for this role in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York State, Cleveland (Ohio), Vermont, and Virginia is $110,500 – $205,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amounts may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. Benefits may vary based on hire date, schedule type, and collective bargaining agreements.
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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.
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: Lead, Supplier Engineer / Supplier Development Engineer – Integrated Supplier Team (IST)
Job Code: 47724
Location: Field / Remote - HSV, AL Base (Ideally local to assigned supplier to minimize travel - Lincoln, Nebraska, Tucson, Arizona, or Hunting Beach, California)
Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
L3Harris is seeking an experienced Supplier Development Engineer to support the Integrated Supplier Team (IST). This role acts as a primary technical liaison between internal engineering teams and critical suppliers to ensure quality, schedule, and technical execution across high‑priority defense programs. The Lead Supplier Engineer evaluates supplier capabilities, drives process improvements, resolves complex technical issues, and supports new product and process development. This position leads high‑impact initiatives with minimal oversight and contributes directly to supplier performance, product integrity, and mission success.
Essential Functions:
Communicate, interpret, and translate complex Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and drawing requirements for suppliers.- Lead supplier engagements to assess manufacturing capability, capacity, and technical risks.
- Oversee and resolve nonconforming product issues, including leading Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
- Implement root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive measures to improve supplier processes and reduce defects.
- Manage supplier product and process changes, including those supporting production ramp‑up.
- Perform technical evaluations of supplier proposals to support cost and price analysis.
- Partner with internal Design, Project, and Manufacturing Engineering; Supplier Quality; and Subcontracts teams to resolve technical challenges impacting yield, quality, and schedule.
- Report supplier technical health, risks, and performance metrics to internal stakeholders.
- Field-based role with travel requirements ranging from 25%–75%, depending on supplier location.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree with 9 years of related engineering or supplier development experience; OR Graduate Degree with 7 years of related experience; OR In lieu of a degree, 13 years of supplier development, manufacturing engineering, or technical experience.- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with DMAIC, 8D, Ishikawa, 5 Whys, and Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA).- Proficiency with engineering software and Microsoft Office 365.
- Knowledge of advanced aerospace materials including composites, refractory/high‑temperature materials, elastomers, and Thermal Protection Systems (TPS).
- Strong GD&T knowledge for design evaluation and drawing interpretation.
- Lean Green Belt or Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
- Ability to use data analytics and emerging digital tools, including AI‑enabled solutions, for enhanced problem solving.
- Ability to mentor suppliers and cross-functional teams.
- Experience with Solid Rocket Motors (SRM), Divert and Attitude Control Systems (DACS), or missile defense systems.
- Strong communication skills, including preparation of supplier health reports and technical presentations.
- Ability to lead supplier technical discussions, working sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, the Greater D.C. area, Denver, or NYC is $127,500 – $236,500. The salary range for this role in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York State, Cleveland (Ohio), Vermont, and Virginia is $110,500 – $205,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amounts may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. Benefits may vary based on hire date, schedule type, and collective bargaining agreements.
#LI-SP1
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.
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Who's Hiring
- CVS Health52
- Penn State University6
- Clearwater Analytics (CWAN)6
- Motorola Solutions5
- AMD4
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Manufacturing
- Medical Devices
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote development engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering or a closely related field
- Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or NX for design and modeling
- Experience with product development processes including DFMEA, DFM, and design validation testing
- Familiarity with GD&T, tolerance analysis, and engineering drawing standards
- Hands-on experience with prototyping, lab testing, and iterative design cycles
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills working with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams
Tips for Your Remote Development Engineer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote development engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search for roles that match your discipline and experience level, then apply directly before postings fill. Remote roles often close faster than on-site positions because the applicant pool is national.
Show async communication skills upfront
Remote development teams rely on written clarity. Include a concise technical summary on your resume and use cover letters to demonstrate you can explain engineering decisions in writing. Hiring managers treat written communication as a signal of how you'll perform on a distributed team.
Build a portfolio of documented engineering work
Remote employers can't watch you work, so your portfolio does the showing. Publish design decisions, simulation results, and project outcomes in a format reviewers can scan. GitHub repositories, technical write-ups, or a personal project page with clear problem statements carry real weight.
Prepare for remote-specific interview stages
Remote development engineer interviews frequently include a take-home technical exercise or an async design challenge. Practice structuring your engineering reasoning in writing, not just verbally. Be ready to walk through your problem-solving process on a video call with screen sharing.
Remote Development Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote development engineer job?
Remote development engineer roles go to candidates who can demonstrate technical depth and independent execution without in-person oversight. Remote employers screen for strong written communication, comfort with async collaboration tools, and the ability to scope and drive engineering problems with minimal hand-holding. A portfolio of shipped projects, detailed technical write-ups, or open-source contributions shows remote teams you can deliver without daily check-ins.
Which companies hire remote development engineers?
Employers currently hiring remote development engineers include CVS Health, Penn State University, and Clearwater Analytics (CWAN), per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote development engineer roles are concentrated at remote-first technology firms, distributed product and infrastructure teams, and engineering-heavy companies in software, energy, and defense sectors.
Can you get a remote development engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level development engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect self-directed execution from day one. Your best path is targeting smaller remote-first startups or contract-to-hire roles where teams move faster on hiring. Documented personal projects, a GitHub repository with real engineering work, or a capstone project with clear design decisions can substitute for direct professional experience.
Do you need a degree for remote development engineer jobs?
Not always. Many remote development engineer postings list a degree as preferred rather than required, and distributed teams often weigh demonstrated engineering output more heavily than credentials. What matters most is a verifiable record of solving real engineering problems, whether through professional work, personal projects, or technical certifications in relevant tools and methodologies.
Which industries hire the most remote development engineers?
Most remote development engineer openings sit in Insurance, Technology & Software, and Consulting & Professional Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire development engineers onto distributed teams because the core work, designing, modeling, simulating, and validating, translates well to remote collaboration through shared engineering platforms and async documentation.
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