Senior Specialist, Quality SQA Source Inspector

L3Harris Technologies

. Perform in-process and final inspections of machined components, composite structures, and aerospace assemblies .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $84,000 - $156,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in GD&T principles, precision inspection tools, and aerospace industry standards, ensuring compliance with inspection documentation and corrective action processes. Capable of interpreting engineering drawings and collaborating effectively with quality teams to resolve nonconformances.

Highest-signal resume keywords

GD&T ProficiencyPrecision Measurement ToolsEngineering Drawing InterpretationAerospace Industry ExperienceAS9100 Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Inspection Documentation PracticesComplex Assembly InspectionNonconformance DocumentationIndependent Product AcceptanceNondestructive Testing Review

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

CalipersMicrometersHeight GagesComparatorsBorescopes

Certifications & Qualifications

ASQ CQISix Sigma TrainingUS Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

AerospaceSupplier QualitySource InspectionAS9102IPC-J-STD-001

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform in-process and final inspections of machined components, composite structures, and aerospace assemblies
Support Supplier Quality Engineers with First Article Inspection (FAI) activities
Review Supplier End Item Data Packages (EIDPs) for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
Issue turn-backs for product or documentation nonconformances that prevent acceptance
Apply GD&T principles to validate conformity and determine appropriate inspection coverage
Use precision inspection tools including calipers, micrometers, height gages, comparators, borescopes, and visual inspection instruments
Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to ensure proper inspection execution and documentation
Collaborate with Supplier Quality Engineers and Quality Managers to resolve nonconformances and support corrective action efforts
Participate in supplier Work-in-Process (WIP) meetings and complete activity reporting
Support inspection needs at assigned suppliers and backfill other inspectors as required
Travel on domestic and international assignments, sometimes on short notice
Ensure compliance with internal procedures, customer requirements, and applicable industry and regulatory standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree with 6 years of related experience; OR Graduate Degree with 4 years of related experience; OR in lieu of a degree, 10 years of supplier quality or inspection experience
Proficiency in GD&T, inspection of complex assemblies, and inspection documentation practices
Skilled in the use of precision measurement tools and inspection equipment
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications
Ability and willingness to support domestic and international travel assignments, sometimes on short notice
Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance
Ability to travel up to 100% due to field work requirements
Experience reviewing nondestructive testing certifications (e.g., FPI, radiography) preferred
Advanced knowledge of GD&T principles and applications preferred
Aerospace industry experience in supplier quality, source inspection, or related roles preferred
Familiarity with nonconformance documentation and corrective action processes preferred
Experience performing independent product acceptance under stamp warranty authority preferred
Working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, and AS9120 standards preferred
ASQ CQI or Six Sigma training/certification preferred
Knowledge of IPC-J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 requirements preferred
Experience with borescope inspections preferred
Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays
9/80 schedule with every other Friday off