Senior Associate, Quality (Lab Auditor)

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Palm Bay, FL, is seeking an objective Internal Auditor to strengthen compliance across laboratory operations. The role focuses on assessing laboratory controls, quality system requirements, and process governance per AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards.

The ideal candidate will have audit experience, analyze findings and drive corrective actions, RCCA, 8D and DMAIC activities, while applying lean principles to reduce waste and improve performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related auditing experience required.
• Knowledge of AS9100 Rev. D and ISO 9001:2015 standards preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal laboratory audits to verify compliance with AS9100/ISO9001 and contractual requirements.
• Maintain and support the internal laboratory audit program including planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up.
• Analyze audit findings and quality trends to assess corrective actions and improve laboratory controls.
• Lead investigation of corrective and preventive actions (RCCA, 8D, DMAIC) and track effectiveness.
• Apply lean principles to reduce waste and strengthen process effectiveness in laboratory operations.

Skills

Internal auditing

Quality assurance

Laboratory operations

AS9100 knowledge

ISO 9001 knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

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: Brevard Lab Auditor

Job Code: 46300

Job Location: Palm Bay, Florida

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

We are seeking an objective Internal Auditor to support laboratory auditing and strengthen compliance across our operations. This role will bring a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluating the effectiveness of laboratory controls, quality system requirements, and process governance. The ideal candidate will have audit experience, with strong knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards, and the ability to assess compliance, identify risks, and help ensure laboratory activities meet internal, regulatory, and certification requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Perform internal laboratory audits to ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, company, AS9100 and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Maintain and support the internal laboratory audit program, including audit planning, execution, reporting and follow-up.
• Analyze audit results, findings and quality trends to evaluate the effectiveness of corrective actions and overall laboratory compliance.
• Recommend and track corrective actions to address adverse trends, audit findings and identified compliance risks.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within laboratory operations and lead corrective and preventive action investigations, including RCCA, 8D and DMAIC activities.
• Incorporate lean principles and improvement initiatives to reduce waste, strengthen process effectiveness and sustain compliance within laboratory functions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience in internal auditing, quality, laboratory operations, compliance or a related field
• Knowledge of AS9100 Rev. D and ISO 9001:2015 standards
• AS9100/ISO Lead Auditor training/certification desirable
• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification desirable
• Aerospace product quality experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Effective listening, written, verbal and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a diverse audit or quality team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to identify issues, gather and analyze information, and support practical, risk-based solutions.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis, corrective action processes and basic auditing tools preferred.
• Professional, objective, and approachable demeanor, with sound judgment and the ability to navigate sensitive situations effectively.

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