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L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 50,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Description:

Manufacturing Quality Engineers are a key component to manufacturing defect free products and ensuring that our process is as efficient as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong quality background, interested in driving quality into our product. The Manufacturing Quality Engineer will work primarily in support of the Operations Department production floor daily operations and will report to the Associate Manager, Quality Engineering.

Essential Functions:

Interact with various groups in a fast-paced, evolving manufacturing environment to coordinate daily QMS requirementsEffectively communicate issue descriptions, improvement progress, and latest status to managementSupport Floor Production build and test of electrical and mechanical hardwareCollect and analyze test/defect data and identify root causesCollaborate across multiple disciplines to find root cause for systemic failures and implement corrective actions.Lead/support in-depth investigations of quality issues (Non-Conformances, Process Problems, RCCA’s, Audit Observations, etc.) ensuring effective corrective/preventive actions occur.Facilitate quality improvement initiatives to reduce defects/quality related issues and make recommendations to improve the production process based on findings from quality analysis.Participate in CI/LEAN initiatives and utilize Six Sigma tools for process improvements (8-D, Fish-bone diagram, KNOT chart, 5 Why’s, etc.)Participate in cross-functional teams for process control, improvement, and optimization projects; participate in ad-hoc continuous improvement projectsFacilitate non-conforming investigations, inclusive of interactions with vendors or Supplier Development and Procurement for issues associated with raw materials and componentsMaintain strong working knowledge of current ISO 9001 requirements and support the development, implementation, and monitoring of the QMSAddress Nonconformance reports, including dispositions, RCCA, Escapes and approval of Supplier FAIVerify Customer requirements are followedManage/collaborate in the Material Review Board processParticipate in Operations Department Gemba floor meetings and verbally deliver relevant Quality messages to the team.Provide support for other quality program functions as required

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with a minimum of 2 years of experience in Production Quality Assurance or High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of experience in Production Quality Assurance.Proficiency in MS Office software (Excel/Outlook/Word/PowerPoint, etc.)Knowledge of Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T)Experience using various measuring tools (i.e. calipers, multimeters, thread gauges, profilometers, etc.)Familiarity with the MRB Process and working in a Manufacturing environment.Self-starter with the ability to multi-task Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment while maintaining professional Quality separationKnowledge of RCCA processes and methodologyDemonstrated experience working in an ISO9001 or AS9100 environment

Preferred Additional Skills:

Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering disciplineExperience in the Space and Defense Industry is preferredASQ certification (CQT, CQI, CQE, CMQ/OE) or demonstrated application of these principles on programs.Experience working with IPC-J-STD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 a plusAble to obtain a DoD security clearanceExperience working with the QMS functions within SAPExperience using Coordinated Measuring Machines (CMM) a plus

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.

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.

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