Manager, Quality Management

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Manager of Quality Management in Huntsville, AL to lead the Quality Engineering team across AMF facilities, driving process improvement and ensuring robust quality systems.

You will oversee metrics, cross‑site collaboration, and deviation management in a high‑performing, disciplined production environment. Ideal candidates bring extensive quality leadership experience, familiarity with APQP/PPAP, and a track record of improving cost of quality while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 9 years of related experience; OR Graduate Degree and 7 years of related experience; OR in lieu of a degree, 13 years of quality, engineering, or manufacturing leadership experience.
• Practical experience leading teams, executing processes, and managing projects within quality or related functions.
• Strong working knowledge of quality principles and understanding of how quality functions impact cross‑functional operations.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain Quality Management Systems to ensure compliance, standardization, and continuous improvement.
• Lead, coach, and develop Quality Engineering personnel to build a high‑performing, multi‑disciplined team.
• Identify and implement improvements that reduce cost of quality and enhance operational performance.
• Oversee collection, analysis, and reporting of quality metrics to support data‑driven decisions.
• Maintain quality policies, procedures, and documentation aligned with standards and business needs.
• Develop guidelines and procedural updates based on leadership direction and cross‑site coordination.
• Address deviations from standard processes and ensure closure of corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Quality systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Graduate Degree

13 years of quality/engineering/manufacturing leadership experience

Tools

APQP

PPAP

Lean Six Sigma

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: Manager, Quality Management

Job Code: 45574

Job Location: Huntsville, AL

Job Schedule: 4/10: Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week

Job Description

L3Harris is seeking a Manager, Quality Management to support the Advanced Manufacturing Facilities (AMF) in Toney and Huntsville, Alabama, which fabricate and assemble composite rocket motor hardware. This role leads the Quality Engineering team responsible for medium case programs, integrating both existing and transferred work into an advanced, mixed‑rate production environment. The Manager develops and maintains quality systems, drives cross‑functional alignment, and builds a high‑performing team of quality professionals. This position plays a critical role in improving process capability, strengthening quality outcomes, and supporting site‑level operational performance.

Essential Functions

• Implement and maintain Quality Management Systems to ensure compliance, standardization, and continuous improvement.
• Lead, coach, and develop Quality Engineering personnel to build a high‑performing, multi‑disciplined team.
• Identify and implement improvements that reduce cost of quality, increase process capability, and enhance operational performance.
• Oversee accurate collection, analysis, and reporting of quality metrics to support data‑driven decision making.
• Maintain and update quality policies, procedures, and documentation in alignment with current standards and business needs.
• Develop guidelines and procedural updates based on leadership direction and cross‑site coordination.
• Address deviations from standard processes, authorize exceptions when appropriate, and ensure closure of corrective actions.
• Ensure digital and IT systems effectively capture and represent quality‑related data.
• Support strategic and operational planning; lead actions that advance departmental and site objectives.
• Manage budgetary responsibilities related to quality operations and support financial decision‑making.
• Promote a culture of quality by modeling best practices, encouraging open communication, and supporting continuous improvement.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 9 years of related experience; OR Graduate Degree and 7 years of related experience; OR in lieu of a degree, 13 years of quality, engineering, or manufacturing leadership experience.
• Practical experience leading teams, executing processes, and managing projects within quality or related functions.
• Strong working knowledge of quality principles and understanding of how quality functions impact cross‑functional operations.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Leadership competencies including coaching, team development, delegation, and change management.
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to motivate teams, drive accountability, and support shared goals.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, or similar advanced quality planning methods.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma experience.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 17025 quality systems and auditing practices.
• Experience with risk management, statistical analysis, and project management.
• Customer‑focused mindset and effective cross‑functional collaboration.

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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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