Associate Manager, Quality Engineering

L3Harris; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking an Associate Manager, Quality Engineering to lead a team focused on ensuring quality across the product lifecycle. The role involves implementing data-driven initiatives for continuous improvement and managing quality metrics. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in quality engineering in a manufacturing environment. Certifications such as ASQ and Lean Six Sigma are preferred, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience managing a team of quality engineers in manufacturing.
• Proven record of implementing RCCA, FMEA, and advanced quality planning tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of quality engineers.
• Accountable for quality inputs into design and development.
• Drive improvements in quality systems and processes.

Skills

Leadership

Data-driven analysis

Root cause analysis

Quality management

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality, or related technical discipline

ASQ Certification

Lean Six Sigma Certification

Tools

SPC

Power BI

Minitab

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Associate Manager, Quality Engineering (L4)

Reference #30694

Hamilton, Ontario

Essential Responsibilities

The Manager of Quality Engineering is responsible for leading and developing a team of quality engineers in the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality across the product lifecycle. This role ensures that quality engineering principles are proactively embedded into design and manufacturing processes to achieve zero-defect performance and long-term customer satisfaction.

• Accountable for QE inputs into the design and development of quality into new product and process, ensuring alignment with customer and industry requirements
• Utilize data-driven analysis for zero-defect initiatives, establishing ownership with QE team members, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for defect reduction within product sustainment
• Accountable for QE inputs into engineering change for impact on quality control processes, inspection standards, and risk mitigation plans.
• Oversee systemic trend and escape 8D root cause and corrective action (RCCA) to ensure permanent solutions and prevent recurrence.
• Support QE execution of Design for Quality (DfQ) and Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) as proactive risk management tools
• Drive the improvement to our quality systems through supporting the implementation of the L3Harris Operational Excellence framework.
• Align the necessary resources as the quarterback for emerging quality issues, coordinating rapid cross-functional collaboration and executive communication.
• Develop and maintain quality metric dashboards that support accountability, management review, and continuous improvement.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the quality engineering team to strengthen technical capability, assertiveness, and facilitation skills
• Represent the Quality function in New Product Design reviews, readiness reviews, and risk assessments
• Champion a culture of prevention, accountability, and continuous improvement for quality across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality, or related technical discipline; equivalent experience in aerospace quality will be considered
• 3-5 years of experience managing a team of quality engineers in an aerospace or high-reliability manufacturing environment
• ASQ Certification (ex. CQE, CMQ/OE, or equivalent)
• Certification or demonstrated expertise in AS9100D Quality Management System standards
• Lean Six Sigma Certification considered an asset
• Project Management Certification considered an asset
• Proven record of implementing robust RCCA, FMEA, and advanced quality planning tools
• Demonstrated success in achieving measurable reductions in defects, escapes, and cost of poor quality.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances and controlled goods program

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience reporting to senior leadership and representing quality performance in management reviews
• Project management experience including leading cross-functional initiatives and managing deliverables to schedule and budget
• Strong communication and influencing skills, capable of leading diverse technical teams and driving consensus
• Familiarity with digital quality tools (SPC, Power Bi, Minitab, etc)
• Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, P/DFMEA processes in aerospace or defense sectors.
• Experience integrating quality system requirements within manufacturing operations (ERP/MES systems)
• Knowledge of regulatory and customer-specific standards, such as NADCAP, ITAR, FAA/EASA
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic planning initiatives, team management, and emerging issues in a production environment.

#LI-BD1

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. 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. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.