Inspection C - 3rd Shift

L3Harris Technologies; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Huntsville, AL seeks a Process Inspector – Level C to support advanced manufacturing operations. The role involves 4/10 3rd shift (Mon-Thu, 8pm-6:30am) inspecting inert rocket motor hardware with standard equipment and audits to ensure quality and compliance.

The candidate will collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot issues, develop standard methods, and ensure calibration and preventive maintenance are in place. US Secret clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 6+ years inspection experience or associate degree with 2+ years.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products, processes and procured items using standard measuring equipment to ensure quality and safety.
• Develop and execute audit plans to verify processes, maintenance and calibration.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing and Quality Engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Verify products meet specifications and schedule commitments with Operations.
• Assist in developing standard work and measurements to reduce errors and improve process control.

Skills

Computer skills

Confined space entry

Data entry

Collaboration tools

GD&T

AS9100 knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree / post-secondary

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 is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. 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.

Job Title: Process Inspector - Level C

Job Code: 46419

Job Location: Huntsville, AL (AMF North)

Job Schedule: 3rd Shift 4/10: Employees work 10 hour shifts, Monday - Thursday (8pm - 6:30am)

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking a Process Inspector – Level C to support operations at our state‑of‑the‑art Advanced Manufacturing Facility (AMF) in Huntsville, AL. This facility specializes in inert manufacturing, including the fabrication and assembly of composite rocket motor hardware. While the schedule will be driven by unit operation requirements, this position is structured as a 4/10 3rd shift, from Monday through Thursday - 8pm-6:30am.

Essential Functions:

• Use standard measuring equipment and techniques to inspect products, processes, and procured items to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Develop and execute audit plans to ensure processes are followed, equipment is maintained and calibrated, and materials meet all requirements, including shelf‑life controls.
• Work with the operations team to verify products meet specifications and schedule commitments.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineers and Quality Engineers to troubleshoot issues and recommend effective solutions.
• Evaluate similar processes within the shop and develop standardized inspection methods and criteria to minimize error, mistake-proof processes, and define standard work.
• Assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify manufacturing processes. Collect data and/or assist with research activities, exercising judgment to identify and recommend solutions where errors may be difficult to detect and costly to resolve.
• Troubleshoot processes and identify, modify, and/or elevate out‑of‑control conditions and production escapes.
• Coordinate with maintenance, supervision, and operations personnel on equipment and tooling setup and calibration. Ensure compliance with the calibrated items process and conduct periodic facility audits.
• Participate in preventive maintenance activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 6 years of relevant inspection experience, or a post-secondary/associate degree with a minimum of 2 years of related inspection experience, is required.
• Strong computer skills, including accurate data entry, electronic file management, and effective use of email and collaboration tools. Ability to learn and effectively use new software applications and digital tools
• Must be able to perform confined space entry.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a quality‑focused role within manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of dimensioning and tolerancing systems (GD&T).
• Familiarity with AS9100 and related quality management standards.

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an 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.

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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