L3Harris Technologies · 1 day ago
Lead Quality Engineering
Ashburn, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$116K/yr - $216K/yr
7+ years expL3Harris Technologies is a leader in defense technology, dedicated to providing innovative solutions for national security. The Lead Quality Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing standards for inspecting and testing company products, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
National DefenseInformation TechnologyCommercialNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for the design, development and implementation of standards, methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of company products in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements
Performs analysis on reported nonconformities and discrepancies related to assembly, process, mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical systems, field and clinical data
Further investigates the cause for discrepancies and nonconformities to develop disposition and recommend corrective action plans
Leads material review board and Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) activities
Interfaces with manufacturing, engineering, customer, vendor and subcontractor representatives to ensure requirements are met
Conducts program quality cost account management and manages supplier corrective actions
Serves as the primary interface to customers and supplier for quality related matters
Manages large, complex project initiatives of substantial importance to the organization with minimal oversight or direction
Communicates within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes to practices, processes and approaches
Read and interpret Technical Drawings per ASME Y14.5-2009 with extensive working knowledge of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Implements strategic goals established by leadership
Establishes operational plans for job area with short-term impact on results
Provides input into new products, processes, standards and/or operational plans that will have measurable impact on the achievement of overall function or business results
Inspect wiring harnesses and electrical assemblies for conformity to design data
Document and communicate product and process non-conformances and coordinate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Procurement, Configuration Management or suppliers to resolve technical/quality issues
Perform technically complex failure analysis investigations, root cause determination and effective and timely corrective actions, including proactive measures
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Requires comprehensive level knowledge of job area. May have in-depth knowledge of project management
Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience
Must Have the Ability to Obtain and Maintain a Department of War Security Clearance
Responsible for the design, development and implementation of standards, methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of company products in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements
Performs analysis on reported nonconformities and discrepancies related to assembly, process, mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical systems, field and clinical data
Further investigates the cause for discrepancies and nonconformities to develop disposition and recommend corrective action plans
Leads material review board and Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) activities
Interfaces with manufacturing, engineering, customer, vendor and subcontractor representatives to ensure requirements are met
Conducts program quality cost account management and manages supplier corrective actions
Serves as the primary interface to customers and supplier for quality related matters
Manages large, complex project initiatives of substantial importance to the organization with minimal oversight or direction
Communicates within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes to practices, processes and approaches
Read and interpret Technical Drawings per ASME Y14.5-2009 with extensive working knowledge of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Implements strategic goals established by leadership
Establishes operational plans for job area with short-term impact on results
Provides input into new products, processes, standards and/or operational plans that will have measurable impact on the achievement of overall function or business results
Inspect wiring harnesses and electrical assemblies for conformity to design data
Document and communicate product and process non-conformances and coordinate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Procurement, Configuration Management or suppliers to resolve technical/quality issues
Perform technically complex failure analysis investigations, root cause determination and effective and timely corrective actions, including proactive measures
Preferred
Provide feedback to product design team to improve design, assembly, maintainability and testability through all phases of the design and development lifecycle
Subject matter expert with comprehensive knowledge of job area and in-depth knowledge of project management
Promote the interchange of information, improvement plans, and corrective and preventive actions
Disseminate relevant information to affected functions and personnel
Offer short and long term solutions to resolve product quality and system problems
Excellent critical thinking skills to identify root causes to complex issues and recommend options for resolution
Makes significant improvements in processes, systems, or products
Provides input into new products/processes and implements operational plans that have measurable impact on business or functional results
Excellent people skills to include collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment
Outstanding work ethic, sense of urgency and commitment to organizational success
Proficient with Microsoft Office products
Working knowledge of ISO and AS quality standards and procedures
Experience using 3D CAD software
Hands on experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment
Leadership and communication skills written and oral; able to collect, organize, analyze and present on various quality data reports clearly
Able to serve as the liaison to external parties on matters relating to quality issues
Written communication skills including a successful track record writing procedures, work instructions and reports, as well as solid personal computing skills
Benefits
Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
EAP
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays
Company
L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies provides platform management system solutions for armed forces.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.25B2024-03-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Tania Hanna
Vice President Government & Customer Relations
Chip Teets
Senior Director, International Programs, Products & Technology
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