(DoW SkillBridge), Specialist, Quality Engineer

L3Harris Technologies • Palm Bay, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Space Systems team is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to ensure the quality of products and processes throughout a program lifecycle, from development through production and delivery. The Quality Engineer serves as the primary quality liaison for assigned programs and works directly with the operations team to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal requirements.

This is a DoW SkillBridge internship intended to provide transitioning service members with industry-specific training, certifications, and on-the-job experience, helping them prepare for civilian careers. Eligible applicants must be active U.S. military members with 180 days of service or fewer remaining before separation and at least 180 continuous days of active service.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience; or a graduate degree and at least 2 years of related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, at least 8 years of related experience.
• Currently hold or be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
• Understanding of quality control methods and processes.
• Strong experience preparing and handling documentation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• General understanding of manufacturing, materials, test, and design engineering.
• Strong experience evaluating data, analyzing trends, and presenting actionable data to functional leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Material Review Board (MRB) experience in nonconformance dispositioning with SME and MRB membership.
• Experience with ISO and AS9100 requirements and audits.
• Experience with space manufacturing and integration and test processing.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and test procedures to ensure design modifications meet quality and customer requirements.
• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective and preventive action (RCCA/CAPA) using methods such as 8D, 5-why, Fishbone diagrams, trend analysis, and Pareto analysis.
• Lead root cause and corrective action activities and Corrective Action Board meetings for the Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) factory.
• Support Material Review Board (MRB) processes.
• Collaborate with multiple functions supporting production of high-complexity products to ensure quality requirements are met throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support internal and external audits, including AS9100, program, and customer audits.
• Evaluate data, conduct trend analysis, and present actionable data to functional leadership.
• Drive process and production excellence through continuous improvement, supporting quality, efficiency, and adaptability in a rapidly growing program environment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level