Quality Engineering, Specialist

L3Harris•Clifton, NJ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

L3Harris is looking for a Quality Engineer to join its operations organization in Clifton, New Jersey. This role involves working independently, driving FRB/MRB activities to closure, and generating relevant metrics for internal and external customers. The specialist will provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees, manage complex projects with delegation and review responsibilities, and communicate effectively within and outside their function, including with external parties like customers and vendors. A key focus will be on continuous improvement and Zero Defect Plan (ZDP) execution, working with Program Management, OMPs, and Quality Leadership to report status and implement process improvements. The role also involves partnering with other functions to resolve issues efficiently without compromising quality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
Strong understanding of quality standards such as ISO 9001 and AS9100.
Proven track record of driving significant quality improvements.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.
Proficient with quality engineering software and tools.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to Obtain Security Clearance required for role

Nice To Haves

Knowledge or Certifications in IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620 Workmanship Standards.
Certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), or Six Sigma Black Belt are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Analyze defect data and implement data driven corrective actions
Drive continued improvement of the quality system and manufacturing processes
Present corrective actions and process improvements to internal and external audiences
Review, interpret, and ensure compliance to company policies and procedures, engineering drawings, customer contract requirements, and product test procedures
Lead containment of nonconforming material and partner with Supplier Quality Engineering to initiate RTV for root cause analysis and corrective action
Interface within the quality engineering team and across the various functions within their assigned program
Revise and improve manufacturing work instructions resulting in measurable impact
Initiate and review engineering design changes
Work with Manufacturing Engineering in defect dispositioning of hardware and provide corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
Provide return to print engineering dispositions for non-conforming product
Manage and coordinate material review board (MRB) dispositions for non-conforming product
Participate in bi-weekly Corrective Action Review Board (CAB)
Lead Quality projects in the reduction of Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ)