Senior Associate

Job Title: Senior Associate, Quality Engineer(Program)

Job Code: 24733

Job Location: Camden, NJ

Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

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

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with a minimum of 2 years of experience in Quality Assurance or High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of experience in Quality Assurance.
• Proficiency in MS Office software (Excel/Outlook/Word/PowerPoint, etc.)
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Strong knowledge of aerospace standards (AS9100, AS9145, AS9102).
• Experienced in the MRB Process and working in a Manufacturing environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to multi-task
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment while maintaining professional Quality separation
• Knowledge of RCCA processes and methodology
• Demonstrated experience working in an ISO9001 or AS9100 environment

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline
• Experience in the Space and Defense Industry is preferred
• ASQ certification (CQT, CQI, CQE, CMQ/OE) or demonstrated application of these principles on programs.
• Experience working with IPC-J-STD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 a plus
• Able to obtain a DoD security clearance
• Experience working with the QMS functions within SAP

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $61,000- $113,000. 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.