Specialist, Quality SQA Source Inspector

Specialist, Quality, Source Inspection/Analyst L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Code: 41729 Job Location: Field opportunity with up to 100% travel within North-East USA, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off. Job Description: The Quality Specialist, Source Inspector (or Quality Senior Specialist, Source Inspector) within the Supplier Quality Assurance organization is responsible for performing in-process and final inspections of complex aerospace hardware to ensure compliance with contractual, drawing, and specification requirements. This role requires advanced knowledge of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and inspection methodologies to validate product conformity. Operating under stamp-warranty authority, the Inspector performs product acceptance—including physical dimensional/visual over-inspection and End Item Data Package (EIDP) review—on behalf of the Missile Solutions SQA department. The role collaborates closely with Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs) and Quality Management to support mission success. Because this role is fully field-based, maintaining a permanent residence within one to two hours of the Connecticut border is essential for success. Essential Functions: Perform detailed in-process and final inspections on machined parts, composite components, and complex aerospace assemblies to verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements. Support supplier-assigned SQEs with First Article Inspection (FAI) activities. Perform Supplier End Item Data Package (EIDP) reviews in accordance with contractual requirements and execute accept/reject decisions for final electronic acceptance under stamp-warranty authority. Apply advanced GD&T principles in collaboration with SQEs to validate product conformity and ensure proper inspection coverage. Utilize a wide range of precision inspection tools, including calipers, micrometers, height gages, visual aids, and other measurement instruments. Interpret and analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to ensure accurate and thorough inspection execution. Work collaboratively with SQEs and Quality Managers to resolve nonconformances, drive corrective actions, support continuous improvement, and reduce line rejections and turnbacks. Support supplier-quality activities, which may include domestic travel for on-site inspections, sometimes requiring short-notice deployment or training. Ensure compliance with internal procedures, customer requirements, and applicable industry and regulatory standards. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience; or graduate degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience; or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of prior related experience 4+ years of experience applying GD&T principles; working with complex assemblies, machined components, and composite structures; and performing inspection methods, processes, and documentation practices 4+ years of experience using inspection tools, including hand tools, precision measurement instruments, and visual inspection aids Ability and willingness to travel within the United States up to 100%, including occasional short-notice travel to support supplier inspections and related activities Preferred Additional Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills for interaction with suppliers, engineers, and management Permanent residence within 1-2 hours of Connecticut border Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) Experience reviewing NDT certifications (e.g., FPI, Radiography) Knowledge of GD&T principles and applications Prior aerospace industry experience in supplier quality, source inspection, or similar functions Familiarity with nonconformance documentation, corrective-action processes, and supplier-quality systems Experience performing independent product acceptance under stamp-warranty authority Working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, and AS9120 ASQ CQI certification or Six Sigma preferred 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 $73,000.00 -$135,000.00. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $63,500.00 - $117,500.00. 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 health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, 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. L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 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