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Inspector C

Orange, Virginia
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Our site near Culpeper, VA, located in beautiful rural Orange County (approximately 1.5 hours from Washington, DC), is growing! This site serves as our center of excellence for Solid Rocket Motor Propulsion and Energetics development, as well as high‑complexity production programs.

We are seeking a Receiving Inspector to join our team at our Culpeper, VA, location.

Essential Functions:


Under general supervision, an Inspector C applies quality assurance concepts, practices, and techniques. This role requires strict adherence to safety and housekeeping standards. Employees in this position will be required to enter manufacturing areas. Work hours will align with those of the manufacturing operations, and overtime may be required at the direction of the department manager.

  • Use calipers, micrometers, and other measuring and/or specialized equipment to perform inspections on rocket motors and rocket motor components under the supervision of higher‑level inspectors, in accordance with AS9100/ISO 9001 requirements.
  • Complete documentation, including IR cards, discrepancy reports, and related paperwork.
  • Enter shipping data, discrepancy reports, and Oracle entries into the computer system for all programs.

Qualifications:


Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Ability to obtain US Security Clearance.
  • Coursework from a trade or vocational school related to reading and interpreting complex blueprints and basic math.
  • Understanding of relevant AS9100/ISO 9001 elements.

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.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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