Specialist, Quality Engineer

Job Title: Specialist, Quality Engineer Job Code: 38887 Job Location: San Diego, CA Job Schedule: Standard full‑time schedule M‑F (9 hours, AFO Friday) We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Engineer to join our team. In this role you will develop and implement quality standards, inspection methods, and test procedures to ensure the precision, reliability, and compliance of our products. You will support production, drive root‑cause investigations, and serve as the primary point of contact for customers on quality‑related matters. Responsibilities Analyze reported nonconformities involving assembly, mechanical, electrical, and electro‑mechanical systems as well as field and clinical performance data. Investigate root causes, determine dispositions, and recommend corrective and preventative actions. Lead MRB (Material Review Board) and FRB (Failure Review Board) activities. Partner closely with manufacturing, engineering, suppliers, and customers to ensure product and process requirements are consistently met. Manage internal and external corrective actions and support overall program quality. Serve as the main customer interface for quality issues and compliance matters. Support method development for inspection, testing, configuration control, reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives. Review customer and supplier quality requirements to ensure proper flow‑down into purchase and sales orders. Collect, analyze, and present quality data to leadership and customers. Review ATPs (Acceptance Test Procedures) and ATDRs (Acceptance Test Data Records) and present completed packages to customers. Qualifications 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. Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. Experience with TipQA, SAP, LN, or similar ERP/nonconformance systems. Aerospace, space, or defense manufacturing experience. Knowledge of ISO9001/AS9100 standards or auditing practices. ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE). Hands‑on background in electronics, soldering, inspection, and workmanship to standards such as J‑STD‑001 and IPC‑A‑610. Ability to interpret test procedures, use test equipment, support material review functions, and prepare technical reports. Strong data collection, analysis, and reporting skills. Experience reviewing ATP/ATDR documentation. Ability to resolve issues and proactively disposition quality‑related problems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook). Compensation & Benefits In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C., Denver, or NYC areas is $84,000 – $156,000. Final compensation may vary based on experience and geographic location. Benefits include health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. Programs and options may vary based on date of hire, schedule type, and collective bargaining agreements. Additional Information L3Harris Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or other characteristics protected by law. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law. Many positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance, which may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants may be subject to security investigations and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. L3Harris Technologies is a Verified Employer under E‑Verify. Resumes may be shared with subsidiaries and affiliates for other available positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr L3Harris