Full-Time
Supplier Development Engineer
Latitude
11-50 employees
Full-service staffing for technical roles
Compensation Overview
$70k - $95k/yr
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, USA
In Person
 Process Engineering |
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- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or a related technical field
- At least 1 year of experience in supplier development, quality engineering, or a related role
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to support process improvement initiatives
- Familiarity with quality and risk management methodologies such as DFMEA or PFMEA
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and quality control systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers
- Assist in developing and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, and delivery expectations are met
- Work with suppliers to resolve technical issues related to product quality and manufacturing processes
- Support suppliers in meeting customer specifications and industry standards through training, audits, and improvement initiatives
- Identify and help qualify new manufacturing sources for components that are difficult to procure
- Act as a technical liaison between design engineering teams and suppliers to communicate manufacturing requirements and support vendor quoting processes
- Participate in reviewing supplier production processes, schedules, and manufacturing methods to identify improvement opportunities
- Assist with process optimization efforts by gathering and analyzing data related to supplier performance
- Support Process Flow Development and PFMEA activities by helping identify risks and process inefficiencies
- Participate in supplier audits and assist in evaluating compliance with quality and regulatory standards
- Review incoming materials and products to confirm alignment with technical specifications
- Prepare and maintain documentation related to supplier quality, including audit reports, corrective actions, and process updates
- Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve supplier challenges and maintain product quality standards
Latitude Inc. is a staffing firm that provides specialized technical and professional personnel to both public and private sectors. It offers contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent placements, focusing on Technology, Engineering, Scientific, and Communications industries. The company operates by maintaining a dedicated recruiting staff that sources qualified candidates and charges fees to clients for successful placements and staffing services. It has a notable government sector presence and positions itself as a self-certified small business to compete for government contracts. Latitude’s goal is to deliver cost-effective staffing solutions that meet the specific needs of its clients by supplying qualified personnel through tailored staffing arrangements, ensuring reliable support for IT and technical programs across both sectors.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Hanover, Maryland
Founded
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- $31M revenue fuels expansion in government technical staffing programs.
- 11-50 employees with energized culture attract specialized talent.
- Management's 35+ years experience spans IT, engineering, and bioscience.
What critics are saying
- Allegis Group undercuts contracts with 20-30% lower rates in 6-12 months.
- $31M revenue exceeds SBA threshold, barring set-aside contracts in 3-6 months.
- Eightfold AI displaces manual recruiting as DoD adopts 40% faster matching in 12-24 months.
What makes Latitude unique
- Latitude specializes in technical staffing for DoD and civilian agencies since 2003.
- Self-certified small business targets government IT, engineering, and cyber contracts.
- Dedicated recruiters provide cost-effective contract and permanent placements.
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401(k) Retirement Plan
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Remote Work Options
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