Quality Inspection A

L3Harris Technologies; Malabar (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Malabar, FL is seeking a Quality Inspection A to support first shift inspections of panel, module, and chassis-level assemblies for aerospace and defense programs. You will verify conformance to drawings, specifications, and quality requirements, and perform inspections using calipers, micrometers, and optical comparators.

The role emphasizes documenting non-conformances, coordinating with engineers, and ensuring materials and assemblies meet standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 0–3 years of related inspection experience preferred.
• Familiarity with quality inspection standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect electrical and mechanical hardware to meet acceptance criteria.
• Verify GD&T against engineering drawings.
• Document non-conformances with accurate records.
• Communicate with Engineers and Product Line Managers on dispositions and workflow.
• Perform surveillance audits and routine inspections as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team communication

Quality mindset

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Optical comparator

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: Quality Inspection A

Job Code: 43874

Job Location: Malabar, FL

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

Job Description:

This position supports a 4/10, 1st shift schedule and is responsible for initial, in-process, and final inspections on panel, module, and chassis-level assemblies supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense programs, including TR-3 programs and F-35-related hardware. The Quality Technical will evaluate assemblies for compliance using engineering drawings, specifications, workmanship standards, and contractual quality requirements. Responsible for performing inspections, tests and/or audits of purchased parts, units, materials, equipment, panel/module level assemblies and quality control programs to specifications. Interprets manufacturing drawings, diagrams, specifications and lists to approve or reject units, test setups, or systems for in process or final assemblies. Inspects and may perform minor rework on defective or malfunctioning units or systems. Maintains support documentation and performs sampling and testing of incoming components, raw materials, and build of assemblies. Reviews and reports performance data. Ensure raw materials, in-process and finished products meet company and test standards. Determines or assists in determining methods and procedures necessary for inspection. May interface with customer quality representatives or suppliers.

Essential Functions:

• Inspect electrical and mechanical hardware to determine if products meet acceptance or rejection criteria as identified in applicable work procedures.
• Verify geometric dimensioning and tolerancing against engineering drawings.
• Visually inspect hardware using microscopes and magnifying lens.
• Utilize measurement devices/tools such as calipers, height gauges, optical comparator, micrometers, scales and dimensional measurement systems.
• Document non-conformances and photograph discrepancies.
• Communicate with Engineers to determine product disposition.
• Communicate with Product Line Managers to determine daily workflow.
• Perform assigned surveillance audits.
• Verify and record configuration and present to Document Control and/or the Customer/ Government Representative(s).
• Ability to obtain US Government clearance.

Qualifications:

• Requires minimal job knowledge/skills. Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with 0 to 3 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Communicates with contacts typically within the team on matters that involve obtaining or providing information requiring explanation or interpretation to understand and reach agreement.
• Work consists of tasks that are routine. Work is structured within identified boundaries and procedures. Follows established processes to complete tasks. Escalates issues to supervisor for resolution.
• One-year certificate in a quality related field from college or technical school desired.
• ANSI/J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, and IPC-620 latest revisions and ESD Electrostatic Discharge preferred.

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.