Field Quality Inspector - Aerospace (Travel 100%)

L3Harris Technologies; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Education assistance

Parental leave

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Quality Specialist, Source Inspector to perform in‑process and final inspections of aerospace hardware, ensuring conformance to drawings and specifications. This field‑based role requires advanced GD&T knowledge and collaboration with SQEs and QMs to drive quality and compliance.

The position supports First Article inspections, EIDP reviews, and contentious nonconformances, with travel up to 100% within the United States and near CT border as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience; or graduate degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience
• 4+ years of experience applying GD&T principles; working with complex assemblies, machined components, and composite structures; and performing inspection methods, processes, and documentation practices
• 4+ years of experience using inspection tools, including hand tools, precision measurement instruments, and visual inspection aids
• Ability and willingness to travel within the United States up to 100%, including occasional short‑notice travel to support supplier inspections and related activities
• Experience reviewing NDT certifications (e.g., FPI, Radiography) and knowledge of AS9100 family
• ASQ CQI certification or Six Sigma preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed in‑process and final inspections on machined parts, composite components, and complex aerospace assemblies to verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements
• Support supplier‑assigned SQEs with First Article Inspection (FAI) activities
• Perform Supplier End Item Data Package (EIDP) reviews and execute accept/reject decisions for final electronic acceptance under stamp‑warranty authority
• Apply advanced GD&T principles in collaboration with SQEs to validate product conformity and ensure proper inspection coverage
• Utilize a wide range of precision inspection tools, including calipers, micrometers, height gages, visual aids, and other measurement instruments
• Interpret and analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to ensure accurate inspection execution
• Work with SQEs and Quality Managers to resolve nonconformances, drive corrective actions, and support continuous improvement
• Possibly travel domestically for on‑site inspections and deployments

Skills

GD&T principles

Inspection methods

First Article Inspection (FAI)

Data package reviews

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

4+ years related experience

Tools

Precision measurement instruments

Calipers, micrometers, height gauges

Visual inspection aids

Job description

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Quality Specialist, Source Inspector to perform in‑process and final inspections of aerospace hardware, ensuring conformance to drawings and specifications. This field‑based role requires advanced GD&T knowledge and collaboration with SQEs and QMs to drive quality and compliance.

The position supports First Article inspections, EIDP reviews, and contentious nonconformances, with travel up to 100% within the United States and near CT border as needed.