Production Inspection Technician E

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies seeks an experienced Inspection Technician E in Salt Lake City to perform advanced inspections of materials and assemblies. You will interpret drawings, specs, and IPC/AS9102 standards to determine conformance and drive quality improvements.

You will mentor inspectors, coordinate with manufacturing, engineering and quality teams, apply corrective actions, and support First Article Inspection. This 2nd shift role helps meet production schedules in Salt Lake City.

Qualifications

• Requires strong inspection expertise and knowledge of industry workmanship standards.
• Experience interpreting drawings, diagrams and specifications for conformance.
• Ability to mentor junior inspectors and work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced in-process and final inspections of materials and assemblies.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, and IPC/AS9102 requirements to determine conformance.
• Support investigations and corrective actions to resolve nonconformities.
• Mentor less experienced inspectors and coordinate with manufacturing and quality teams.
• Document results and contribute to control plans and inspection methods.

Skills

Inspection expertise

Drawings interpretation

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

IPC standards

AS9102

MS Office

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: Technician E

Job Code: 43545

Job Location: Salt Lack City, Utah

Job Schedule: 2nd Shift

Job Description:
The Inspection Technician E performs advanced inspections of materials, equipment, electromechanical assemblies, and panel/module-level assemblies in support of new production. This position evaluates product conformance through interpretation of drawings, specifications, diagrams, and related documentation, and makes acceptance or rejection determinations for in-process and final assemblies. In addition to inspection responsibilities, this role applies advanced technical knowledge to solve complex product conformance issues, support quality planning activities, improve inspection methods, and drive process and product quality improvements. Technician E serves as a technical resource within the work area, provides guidance to inspectors, and lower-level technicians, supports cross-functional investigations, and contributes to the development of control plans, procedures, and inspection methods that improve compliance, efficiency, and overall quality performance. Good attendance and punctuality are critical to success in this role, as consistent presence is essential to supporting production schedules, inspection flow, and overall quality objectives.

Essential Functions:

• Perform advanced in-process and final inspections of materials, mechanical assemblies, electromechanical assemblies, and electronic assemblies.
• Inspect products and documentation for compliance with L3Harris workmanship standards, engineering requirements, customer specifications, work instructions, control plans, and other applicable requirements.
• Interpret drawings, diagrams, specifications, parts lists, and other technical documentation to determine product conformance and acceptance status.
• Select and apply appropriate inspection methods and techniques for complex, new, or non-routine assignments.
• Support resolution of product conformance issues by partnering with cross-functional teams and assisting with investigations.
• Apply industry workmanship standards, including IPC-A-610 and IPC-A-620, during inspection activities.
• Support First Article Inspection activities in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Review, analyze, and report quality performance data related to assembly, process, mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical systems.
• Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, process performance, and inspection efficiency.
• Apply corrective and preventive action principles, including root cause analysis and control of nonconforming material.
• Support development and revision of Control Plans, procedures, work instructions, and other quality documentation.
• Train and mentor less experienced inspectors and technicians on inspection methods, standards, and quality expectations.
• Coordinate work activities as directed by leadership and help balance inspection priorities.
• Interface with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and other functional teams to ensure requirements are met.
• Use computer systems and Microsoft Office applications to document, track, and communicate inspection results.
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality to support production schedules and team effectiveness.

Qualifications:

Requires advanced job knowledge/skills. Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/associate’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.

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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