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Specialist, Quality Engineer

Huntsville, Alabama
Full Time On-site

L3Harris is seeking a Quality Engineer to oversee the daily operations of a manufacturing facility.  The Quality Lead is responsible for overseeing the quality assurance processes within the manufacturing department. This role ensures that all products meet the required standards for quality and reliability before they reach the customer. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a keen attention to detail, and a deep understanding of quality control processes in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Functions:

  • Implement the Quality Assurance effort for a manufacturing line for Counter UxS systems
  • Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance protocols and procedures to ensure product quality and reliability.
  • Oversee the AS9100 certification process and ensure ongoing compliance with AS9100 standards.
  • Conduct regular audits and inspections of the manufacturing process to identify areas for improvement and ensure configuration management.
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  • Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts for quality-related issues.
  • Communicate quality performance and issues to senior management and other stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, regulations, and customer requirements.
  • Develop and maintain documentation related to quality assurance processes and procedures.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
  • Ability to obtain and maintain any additional clearances as required.
  • Up to 10% travel may be required.

Qualifications:

  • US Citizenship
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance, preferably in the defense or aerospace industry.
  • Knowledge of AS9100 standards and certification processes.
  • Strong understanding of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and techniques.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
  • Proficiency in quality management software and tools.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with manufacturing software systems.
  • Ability to work flexible hours as needed to meet production demands.
  • Ability to obtain a Security Clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Experience with lean manufacturing principles and practices, including Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Ability to manage and lead projects, including planning, execution, and evaluation, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.). 
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Great attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy

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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