Senior Associate, Quality Engineer(Program) 1

Senior Associate, Quality Engineer(Program)

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. 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. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Program Quality Engineer. This role is responsible for ensuring the quality of products and processes across the lifecycle of a program - from development through production and delivery. The PQE will serve as the primary quality liaison for assigned programs, driving compliance with customer, regulatory and internal requirements.

Essential Functions :

• Serve as the quality representative for assigned programs
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure quality requirements are met throughout the product lifecycle.
• Attend engineering design reviews as quality representative
• Chair Material Review Board and Failure Review Board activities for assigned programs.
• Interpret customer contracts, specifications, statements of work, and regulatory requirements to develop Program Quality Plans.
• Lead First Article Inspection (FAI) activities in accordance with AS9102.
• Review and approve engineering documentation including drawings, work instructions, and test plans for quality compliance.
• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective / preventative action (RCCA / CAPA) using tools such as 8D, 5-why, or Fishbone diagrams.
• Support internal and external audits, including AS9100, and customer audits.
• Track and report quality metrics and FRACAS reporting. (nonconformances trends, escape trends etc.).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in support of program and organizational goals.
• Interface with regulatory bodies regarding quality issues and resolutions as required.
• Participate in Operations Department Gemba floor meetings and verbally deliver relevant Quality messages to the team.
• Provide support for other quality program functions as required

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