Intern, Quality Engineer

L3Harris; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris is seeking an Intern, Quality Engineer in Waco, Texas. The role involves supporting quality processes and the Zero Defect Project to improve cost of quality across the site.

Responsibilities include developing QC processes, collaborating with multiple teams, identifying root causes, and drafting inspection procedures to ensure product conformance. The position supports ongoing learning in a fast-paced defense tech environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Sciences or related field.
• Experience in Excel and knowledge of quality procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality processes and procedures using statistical quality control statistics and analyses.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Program Management to ensure quality standards are in place and properly executed.
• Determine root cause for products or materials not meeting standards and implement corrective action.
• Write inspection procedures and assist in reviewing in-process rejections and product dispositions.
• Analyze quality performance and work with Operations Engineers to develop improvement plans.

Skills

Excel

Quality procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

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: Intern, Quality Engineer

Job Code: 43571

Job Location: Waco, Texas

Job Schedule: 4/10 Monday - Thursday

Job Description:

The Quality Engineer Intern is responsible for the performance and execution of problem solving events and for oversight / management of Zero Defect Project to reduce the Cost of Poor Quality across the site. This position will engage and coordinate daily with Production, Engineering, Program Office, Planning, Quality and Training personnel.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and implement quality processes and procedures using statistical quality control statistics and analyses
• Collaborate with internal Operations, Engineering, and Program Management personnel to ensure quality standards are in place and are being properly executed
• Determine root cause for products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications and implement effective corrective action as needed
• Write inspection procedures and assist in reviewing and evaluating in-process rejections and obtaining proper product dispositions
• Analyze quality performance for factory and collaborate with Operations Engineers to develop improvement plans for identified problem areas

Qualifications:

To be eligible, candidate's must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Sciences or related field

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in Excel
• Knowledge of quality procedures

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.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.