Quality Technician C

L3Harris Technologies; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPC certifications not required

On-site parking

Health benefits

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Palm Bay, FL is seeking a Quality Technician C to inspect incoming hardware, perform tests and audits, and document nonconformances in accordance with drawings and specifications. The role uses calipers, micrometers, height gauges, optical comparators, surface plates, and GD&T knowledge to verify parts, and may mentor junior staff while interfacing with suppliers and customers.

In this position, you will review supplier documentation, support NCRs, and ensure accurate

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 6+ years of related experience or an associate’s degree with 2+ years of related experience.
• Fully proficient in quality inspection and documentation; capable of guiding others.
• Knowledge of GD&T and the ability to verify against drawings and instructions.
• Experience using inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and CMM.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical hardware inspection on incoming material, including sampling and testing.
• Inspect, test, and audit purchased parts and materials; maintain accurate records.
• Verify GD&T against drawings and inspection instructions.
• Use calipers, height gauges, optical comparators, micrometers, and surface plates for measurements.
• Document nonconformances and support NCRs; review supplier documentation for quality clauses.
• Communicate findings with suppliers and internal teams to drive corrective actions.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

Inspection procedures

Mentoring teammates

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree (or equivalent)

Tools

Calipers

Height gauges

Optical comparators

Micrometers

Scales

Dimensional measurement systems

Surface plates

Gauge blocks

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)

XRF instrument

Keyence measurement equipment

Job description

Overview

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 Technician C

Job Code

41103

Job Location

Palm Bay, FL

Job Description

Quality Technician (Receiving Inspection) will inspect incoming hardware in accordance with applicable specifications/drawing requirements, perform inspections/tests/audits of purchased parts and materials at receipt, and review Supplier documentation. The Technician will identify and document non‑conformances, maintain support documentation, perform sampling/testing of incoming components, raw materials, and build‑of‑assemblies, and review/report performance data. The technician utilizes measurement gauges, inspection instruments, and microscopes to perform inspections. Works under limited supervision as a fully proficient individual contributor; assignments are moderately difficult and require sound judgment. May interface with supplier and customer quality representatives to obtain/provide information and reach agreement on quality issues. Works autonomously and may act as a mentor to lower‑level peers, providing guidance on tasks.

Essential Functions

• Perform mechanical and electrical hardware inspection on incoming material in Receiving, including sampling and testing of components, raw materials, and assemblies.
• Perform inspections, tests, and/or audits of purchased parts, units, and materials; maintain accurate support documentation and inspection records.
• Verification of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) against engineering drawings and inspection instructions.
• Utilize measurement devices/tools such as calipers, height gauges (electronic and mechanical), optical comparators, micrometers, scales, and dimensional measurement systems.
• Utilize surface plates, precision measuring tools, gauge blocks, and other mechanical inspection tools/tooling.
• Access drawings, specifications, and inspection instructions; document and disposition non‑conformances per procedure.
• Visual inspections of hardware using microscopes and magnifying lenses; photograph discrepancies to support nonconformance reports (NCRs).
• Review Supplier documentation for adherence to Quality Clauses and Drawing Notes; initiate nonconformance reports describing and photographing discrepancies.
• Review and report inspection/performance data; make recommendations for solutions and use knowledge/experience to resolve issues.
• Communicate within and outside the department (e.g., suppliers and customer quality representatives) to obtain/provide information, clarify requirements, and drive agreement on quality findings.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post‑secondary/Associate’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• Fully proficient job knowledge/skills; works under limited supervision and may serve as a resource to other employees in areas of expertise.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience in mechanical/electrical inspections utilizing inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, surface plate, electronic and mechanical height gauges, optical comparator).
• Demonstrated ability to maintain support documentation and complete inspections/tests/audits in Receiving.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Certified to IPC‑A‑600.
• Certified to IPC‑A‑610.
• Certified to IPC/WHMA‑A‑620.
• Preferred experience: PWB inspection; electrical part inspection; mechanical part inspection/GD&T inspection.
• Experience running a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM).
• Experience using an X‑ray fluorescence (XRF) instrument.
• Experience using Keyence measurement equipment.
• Experience interfacing with supplier and/or customer quality representatives and reporting performance/inspection data.

Equal Opportunity

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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