Job Overview

We are seeking a Manager, Quality to join our team in Daytona Beach, FL.

This position may be filled at this level or one level higher.

About Us

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company, is growing in The Rocket City, Huntsville, AL! We've begun hiring for our third facility in the Huntsville area, a 379,000 sq.ft. manufacturing facility near the Huntsville airport that will specialize in the production and assembly of inert solid rocket motor components. We are also continuing to grow at our Huntsville center of excellence for Missile Solutions Program Management and Engineering, as well as our Advanced Manufacturing Facility in north Huntsville, where we produce advanced propulsion products.

You're not just "doing a job" at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company . The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.

• Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation’s aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | L3Harris
• Rest and Relaxation - Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 schedule providing longer weekends. Plus 90 hours of paid holidays on average throughout the year.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more? Check out: Benefits | L3Harris
• Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development - Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University and Energetics University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
• Employee Resource Groups – Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs
• Great Location - Huntsville has been named the second-best place to live in the United States by U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 rankings. The city's thriving job market, low cost of living and high quality of life were cited as the primary reasons for its top ranking.

Essential Functions

25% - Develops, communicates and implements program quality plans that comply with contract requirements, quality management standards and command media.

25% - Trains and ensures full compliance with policies and procedures related to drawing requirements, controlling of nonconforming material, cause and corrective action, first article inspection, engineering milestone reviews, risk management, AS9100 requirements, as well as other responsibilities in quality engineering and inspection.

20% - Manages effectiveness along with participation and leadership in cause and corrective activities, failure investigations, metric creation & implementation and drives actions and accountability, and special projects to support program Corrective/Preventive Action Committees (CACs/PACs) and other management boards.

10% - Provides short and long-range strategic and tactical planning for safety programs

10% - Conducts routine audits and inspections to identify and eliminate non-compliance issues

10% - Leads systematic identification of hazards, assessing risks, and implementing controls to promote safe operations at the site

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in quality, safety, engineering or related field and at least Seven (7) years of directly related experience. Extensive background in the field of manufacturing is preferred. A strong understanding of quality management systems, quality principles and safety is expected. Demonstrated ability to strategically organize and complete projects, objectives and tasks. A passion and understanding for continuous improvement concepts and the ability to deploy and lead to the benefit of the business is required. Candidates overall experience and personal competencies will be taken into account.

Problem solving, and written/verbal communication skills are required. The candidate must have a track record that demonstrates: 1) a highly motivated team player; 2) consistency in meeting commitments; 3) the ability to motivate and inspire change.

Requires U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency or other status as a U.S. Person. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard manufacturing and/or office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit or stand and maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require occasional walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.