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Remote supplier development specialist jobs are actively hiring across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed manufacturing teams, and global supply chain operations in sectors like automotive, electronics, and consumer goods. Employers hiring remotely right now include VSE, Avnet, and L3Harris. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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See related jobsL3Harris 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
Top Industries Hiring
- Media & Entertainment
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote supplier development specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, or a related technical field
- Experience conducting supplier audits and implementing corrective action plans
- Proficiency with APQP, PPAP, and production part approval processes
- Familiarity with quality management systems such as ISO 9001 or IATF 16949
- Ability to analyze supplier scorecards and interpret quality and delivery metrics
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to supplier facilities
Tips for Your Remote Supplier Development Specialist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote supplier development specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Show your async supplier management skills
Remote employers need to know you can run supplier audits, corrective actions, and performance reviews without being on-site. Document specific examples of managing suppliers entirely through written communication, video calls, and digital quality platforms like SAP or Oracle SCM.
Get certified to signal remote readiness
Certifications like CPSM, Six Sigma Green Belt, or APQP credentials tell remote hiring managers you have structured, verifiable supplier development skills. They also help your application stand out when a hiring manager can't observe your work directly.
Prepare for remote-specific interview questions
Remote interviews for supplier development roles consistently probe how you handle supplier escalations without in-person access, which digital tools you use to track corrective actions, and how you build working relationships with supplier contacts you've never met face to face.
Remote Supplier Development Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote supplier development specialist job?
Remote supplier development specialist roles go to candidates who can demonstrate self-directed work and sharp written communication, since you won't be on the shop floor walking suppliers through issues in person. Remote-first manufacturers and distributed procurement teams screen heavily for async collaboration skills, proficiency with supplier quality platforms like SAP or Oracle, and the ability to run audits and corrective action cycles without direct oversight. A history of managing supplier scorecards or leading improvement projects you can speak to concretely gives you a real edge.
Which companies hire remote supplier development specialists?
Companies hiring remote supplier development specialists right now include VSE, Avnet, and L3Harris, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote openings in this role tend to cluster at remote-first manufacturers, distributed procurement organizations, and global supply chain consultancies across automotive, electronics, and industrial goods sectors.
Can you get a remote supplier development specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage supplier relationships and quality issues independently from day one without on-site supervision. Your best path is targeting smaller remote-first companies or contract roles where ownership comes faster. Showing completed coursework in supply chain management, a certification like CPSM or Six Sigma Green Belt, or a documented project improving a process demonstrates you can operate without hand-holding, which is exactly what remote hiring managers need to see.
Do you need a degree for remote supplier development specialist jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers list a bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, or a related field as preferred rather than required. What carries real weight is demonstrated supplier management experience, familiarity with quality systems like APQP or PPAP, and results you can point to, such as reduced defect rates or shortened supplier lead times. Relevant certifications and a portfolio of supplier improvement outcomes can offset the absence of a degree, particularly at smaller remote-first companies.
Which industries hire the most remote supplier development specialists?
The sectors hiring the most remote supplier development specialists are Media & Entertainment and Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These industries rely on distributed supplier networks managed by teams that coordinate across time zones, making remote supplier development work a natural operational fit.
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