Senior Associate, Quality (Lab Auditor)

L3Harris • Palm Bay, FL

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About The Position

We are seeking an objective Internal Auditor to support laboratory auditing and strengthen compliance across our operations. The role brings a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluating the effectiveness of laboratory controls, quality system requirements, and process governance. The ideal candidate has audit experience, 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience; or graduate degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.

Nice To Haves

• 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 or certification.
• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification.
• Aerospace product quality experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and 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.
• Professional, objective, and approachable demeanor, with sound judgment and ability to navigate sensitive situations effectively.

Responsibilities

• 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 corrective-action effectiveness and overall laboratory compliance.
• Recommend and track corrective actions addressing 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior