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Supplier Quality Engineer

Alachua, FL · On-site

Drive supplier development plans focused on defect reduction, process stability, and cost of poor quality * Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business objectives Engineering ...

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Supplier Quality Engineer

Alachua, FL · On-site

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for supplier development engineer in Florida is $68,072.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,800.00 and $77,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges that a supplier development engineer may face in their daily work?

Supplier Development Engineers frequently encounter challenges such as identifying root causes of supplier quality issues, aligning diverse vendor processes with organizational standards, and managing timelines for corrective actions. You may also need to work across time zones and cultures if dealing with international suppliers, which requires strong coordination and communication skills. In this role, balancing proactive improvement initiatives with urgent problem resolution is common. Successfully overcoming these challenges contributes directly to smoother production processes, improved product quality, and stronger supplier partnerships.

What is a supplier development engineer?

A Supplier Development Engineer (SDE) is responsible for improving and managing supplier performance to ensure quality, cost, and delivery requirements are met. They work closely with suppliers to implement process improvements, ensure compliance with industry standards, and resolve production issues. SDEs often conduct audits, provide technical support, and collaborate with internal teams to optimize the supply chain. Their goal is to enhance supplier capabilities and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing and procurement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a supplier development engineer?

To thrive as a Supplier Development Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering, supplier quality management, and process improvement, often supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS), statistical analysis software, and certifications such as Six Sigma or APQP is highly valued. Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and cross-functional communication skills help drive effective supplier collaboration and problem-solving. These competencies are vital for ensuring suppliers consistently meet quality, cost, and delivery standards critical to organizational success.

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Infographic showing various Supplier Development Engineer job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,072 per year, or $32.7 per hour.

Sr Supplier Dev Engineer

Honeywell International, Inc.

Clearwater, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Honeywell rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 186 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

67th of 538 rated manufacturers

Job description


As a Senior Supplier Development Engineer for the Electronics Value Stream, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of electronic suppliers. You will be responsible for developing strategic partnerships with suppliers, managing their performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and supply chain efficiency.
You will report directly to our Sr Director of Supplier Development, and you'll work out of our Clearwater, FL location on a Hybrid work schedule.
In this role, you will impact our supplier development by bringing your extensive expertise and experience to our organization. You will play a critical role in driving supplier performance and ensuring that our suppliers meet the highest quality standards. Your contributions directly impact our organization's operational excellence and overall success.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Supplier Capability Assessment: Evaluate the capabilities of suppliers and support the transition of hardware from development to production.
  • Quality Improvement Plans: Conduct supplier risk assessments and implement targeted quality improvement plans.
  • Performance Management: Lead and participate in capacity assessment exercises, driving supplier performance by establishing clear metrics and performance expectations.
  • Operational Excellence: Partner with Suppliers toLead and support OPEX projects enabling improvements in product flow / throughput, lead time reduction, & yield.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that suppliers comply with quality management systems, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborative Engagement: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to resolve supplier-related issues and improve overall supply chain performance.

Qualifications
YOU MUST HAVE
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials, Supply Chain, Business, Management
• 7 years+ of manufacturing engineering and supplier development experience
• Experience in one or more of the following: Quality, Business, Supplier Management background (supplier quality and/or development)
• Global Mindset: Capable of working effectively across borders with employees, customers and shareholders to develop business opportunities that lie beyond community and country borders. Supports sourcing for representing quality to manufacture, deliver products and services efficiently/effectively globally.
• Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements
WE VALUE
  • Knowledge of aerospace standards and practices.
  • In-depth knowledge of supplier development strategies, supplier relationship management, and quality control
  • Experience with project management and Kaizen facilitation
  • Familiarity with Total Preventative Maintenance, asset management for downtime reduction, critical spare parts, and CAPEX proposals.
  • Proficiency in budget management and financial acumen
  • 6+ years of leadership and team management experience
  • Excellent communication skills with a demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Green or Black Belt Certification(s) in Lean / Six Sigma

Benefits working for Honeywell Aerospace:
Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program and educational assistance
• Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time
Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date: 08/03/2026
U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.
Honeywell Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we've launched as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.
Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.
Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.
Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

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Honeywell is charging into the Industrial IoT revolution with the establishment of Honeywell Connected Enterprise (HCE), building on our heritage of invention and deep, on-the-ground industry expertise. HCE is the leading industrial disruptor, building and connecting software solutions to streamline and centralize the assets, people and processes that help our customers make smarter, more accurate business decisions. Moving at the speed of software, we are creating, innovating and delivering solutions fast, challenging the way things have always been done, piloting new ways for all of us to work, and expecting our successes to set new standards for our customers and for Honeywell. The Chief Architect for Honeywell Connected Enterprise will lead a team of architects and system engineers responsible for the design of applications and infrastructure that deliver high value outcomes for customers in industrial, buildings, distribution centers, and aerospace vertical markets. The Chief Architect will work directly with leadership, development teams, and offering management to design well integrated solutions that utilize software platforming to encourage reuse and speed to market.

Industry

Furniture manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

1906

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