Inspector C

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Quality Inspector C in Huntsville, AL to support AMF operations. You will perform composite manufacturing inspection, use precision measuring tools, and help standardize quality processes.

The role partners with Manufacturing and Quality Engineers to ensure products meet stringent specs. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent with significant related experience; a post-secondary degree with industry experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 6 years related experience.
• Or 2 years post-secondary with 2 years related experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing quality role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products/processes with standard measuring equipment.
• Develop audit plans to ensure procedures are followed and calibrated.
• Coordinate with engineers to troubleshoot and improve quality.

Skills

Quality inspection

GD&T

Manufacturing

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree +2 yrs exp

Tools

Measuring equipment

Calibration knowledge

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: QualityInspector C

Job Code: 42709

Job Location: Huntsville, AL - AMFS

Job Schedule: 4/10 Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week Mon-Thu, 1st Shift

Job Description:
We are seeking a Process Inspector Level C to support operations at either our existing state‑of‑the‑art Advanced Manufacturing Facility (AMF) in Toney, AL, and/or our new AMF in Huntsville, AL, which will serve as our inert manufacturing facility for the fabrication and assembly of composite rocket motor hardware.

Essential Functions:

60% – Composite Manufacturing Inspection, Process, and Quality Facilitation

• 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 being followed, equipment is being maintained and calibrated, and materials meet all requirements, including shelf life.
• Partner with the operations team to ensure products meet specifications and schedule requirements.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineers and Quality Engineers to troubleshoot issues and recommend solutions.

25% – Process Standardization

• Evaluate similar processes across the shop and create standardized inspection methods and criteria to reduce error, mistake‑proof processes, and define standard work.
• Assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify manufacturing processes, collect data, and/or support research efforts, using sound judgment to identify and recommend solutions where errors may be difficult to detect and costly to resolve.
• Troubleshoot processes and identify, modify, or elevate out‑of‑control conditions and production escapes.

15% – Facility Support

• Coordinate with maintenance, supervision, and/or the operations team on equipment and tooling setup and calibration. Ensure calibrated‑item processes are followed and conduct periodic facility audits.
• Participate in preventative maintenance activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Requires fully proficient job knowledge/skills. Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience 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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