Title:  Quality Control Specialist

Job Title: Quality Control Specialist

Job Code: 34801

Job Location: Northampton, MA

Schedule: 9/80

The Quality Control Specialist is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance in our manufacturing processes, products, and services. This role requires a strong understanding of industry regulations, meticulous attention to detail, and strong teamwork abilities.

Essential Functions:

• Audit of product/hardware to ensure adherence to specified workmanship standards and drawing requirements.
• Audit of objective quality evidence and associated documentation to ensure adherence to specified standards and customer requirements.
• Evaluation and basic disposition (rework, replace, scrap, etc.) of nonconforming material.
• Training of lower-level associates on Quality policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and procurement teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.

Qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge of or certification to industry standards and regulations such as IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, MIL-STD-2000, ISO 9001, etc.
• Strong ability to interpret and enforce various Quality requirements.  (i.e. Policies and Procedures, Technical Drawings, Product Performance Specifications, Quality Plans, MIL and industry standards, etc.)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Proficiency in using quality management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• 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, a minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Familiarity with defense industry regulations and standards (e.g., ITAR, DFARS).
• Secret level security clearance at time of hire preferred.
• Knowledge of ERP systems. (i.e. SAP, Costpoint, Team Center)
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement tools.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $73,000 - $125,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including relocation stipend, 401(k), EAP, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.