Quality Engineer

L3Harris Technologies is a global leader in defense and aerospace solutions, dedicated to delivering innovative technology that enhances national security. The Lead, Quality Engineering will develop and implement quality assurance processes for space-based imaging systems, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Developing, implementing, and maintaining the program quality plan, including inspection and testing standards to ensure product compliance
• Providing hands-on quality support during the design, assembly, and integration of opto-mechanical and electrical assemblies
• Leading technical reviews, facilitating design and quality concurrent engineering activities, and verifying subcontractor inspection procedures
• Leading root cause analysis efforts, conducting PFMEA sessions, and managing material review board activities to address nonconformities
• Preparing and presenting formal MRB/RCCA packages to internal teams and external customers, ensuring all phases of the customer lifecycle meet mission-critical requirements
• Coordinating with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve technical challenges, ensure compliance with contractual obligations, and support continuous process improvements

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience, or a Graduate Degree with at least 7 years of experience
• Minimum of 13 years of relevant experience without a degree
• Demonstrate the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance
• Strong project management skills
• In-depth knowledge of quality assurance standards
• Experience with DOE
• Working within multi-functional teams
• Material review board processes
• Mechanical drawing review
• APQP
• PFMEA
• RCCA methodologies
• Experience with space-based systems
• Familiarity with government and industry regulations