Production Inspector E

L3Harris Technologies; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Salt Lake City, Utah is seeking an Inspector E to perform advanced inspections of materials and assemblies for production and MRO operations. You will interpret drawings and requirements, determine acceptance status, and mentor junior inspectors.

The role emphasizes adherence to workmanship standards (IPC-A-610/620) and participation in First Article inspections, with a weekend shift schedule and opportunities to contribute to process improvements.

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/Associates Degree with a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced in-process and final inspections on materials, mechanical assemblies, electromechanical assemblies, and electronic assemblies.
• Inspect products and related documentation for compliance with workmanship standards, engineering requirements, customer specifications, work instructions, control plans, and other applicable criteria.
• Interpret drawings, diagrams, specifications, and parts lists to assess product conformance and determine acceptance status.
• Ensure products and services meet company, customer, and regulatory quality requirements.
• Independently determine inspection methods and procedures for new or non-routine assignments.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues, support investigations, and balance inspection priorities.
• Apply industry workmanship standards, including IPC-A-610 and IPC-A-620.
• Support aerospace manufacturing inspection activities involving mechanical and electronic assemblies.
• Execute and support First Article Inspection activities in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and support implementation of process and product quality enhancements.
• Apply corrective and preventive action principles, including root cause analysis, to support issue resolution.
• Train and mentor new inspectors in inspection techniques, standards, and quality expectations.
• Facilitate and coordinate work activities as directed by leadership.
• Review and recommend updates to Inspection Control Plans for manufacturing numbers within the assigned area.
• 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 consistently report to work on time to support operational demands, production schedules, and team effectiveness.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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: Inspector E

Job Code: 43547

Job Location: Salt Lack City, Utah

Job Schedule: Weekend Shift

The Quality Inspector E performs advanced inspections of materials, equipment, electromechanical assemblies, and panel/module-level assemblies in support of new production and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations. 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. The role also contributes to team capability by mentoring and training less experienced inspectors. 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 on materials, mechanical assemblies, electromechanical assemblies, and electronic assemblies.
• Inspect products and related documentation for compliance with L3Harris workmanship standards, engineering requirements, customer specifications, work instructions, control plans, and other applicable criteria.
• Interpret drawings, diagrams, specifications, and parts lists to assess product conformance and determine acceptance status.
• Ensure products and services meet company, customer, and regulatory quality requirements.
• Independently determine inspection methods and procedures for new or non-routine assignments.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues, support investigations, and balance inspection priorities.
• Apply industry workmanship standards, including IPC-A-610 and IPC-A-620.
• Support aerospace manufacturing inspection activities involving mechanical and electronic assemblies.
• Execute and support First Article Inspection activities in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and support implementation of process and product quality enhancements.
• Apply corrective and preventive action principles, including root cause analysis, to support issue resolution.
• Train and mentor new inspectors in inspection techniques, standards, and quality expectations.
• Facilitate and coordinate work activities as directed by leadership.
• Review and recommend updates to Inspection Control Plans for manufacturing numbers within the assigned area.
• 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 consistently report to work on time to support operational demands, production schedules, and team effectiveness.

Qualifications

(refer to Career Framework)

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/Associates 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.

L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer.