Process Inspector (Inspector 2)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Process Inspector to work at our state-of-the-art Advanced Manufacturing Facility (AMF) in Huntsville, AL, which will be our inert manufacturing facility for fabrication and assembly of composite rocket motor hardware. Work schedule will be driven by unit operation requirements. Applicants may be assigned to work alternative work schedules such as 9/80, 4/10, 3/12, 5/8, etc.

This current opening may be filled at this level as posted or at 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

Process Inspectors works within established proecedures to perform a wide variety of highly complexinspection and quality assurance tasks to produce high-quality products. Typical tasks include but are notlimited to:

60% - Composite Manufacturing Inspection Process and Quality Facilitation

Use standard measuring equipment and techniques to inspect products, processes and procured items to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

Develop and execute audit plans to assure the processes are being followed, equipment is being maintained and calibrated and materials meet all requirements including shelf life.

Work with the operations team to ensure products meet specifications and schedule requirements.

Coordinate with the Manufacturing Engineers and Quality Engineers in operations to troubleshoot and recommend solutions for problems.

Oversee and train on the use of various measuring devices; accept, reject, or rework defective or malfunctioning units or systems; monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical processes or other control procedures; inspect customer-owned materials, hardware, etc. for compliance to specifications, drawings, workmanship standards and to the customer’s contract or purchase order.

25% - Process Standardization

Evaluate various similar processes within the shop and create standardized inspection methods andcriteria to minimize error, mistake-proof processes and define standard work.

Provide assistance in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process, collect data, conduct and oversee training, and/or assist in research work, exercising judgment to identify and recommend solutions where errors may be very difficult to detect and require significant expenditures to resolve.

Troubleshoot processes and identify, modify and/or escalate out of control processes and production escapes.

15% - Facility Support

Coordinate with maintenance, supervision and/or operations team in the set-up and calibration of equipment and tooling. Ensure that the calibrated items process is being followed and conduct periodic audits of facility areas.

Participate in preventative maintenance activities.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred plus one (1) years of related experience including:

• Ability to work in a digital work environment.
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team based environment.
• Ability to learn and grow as part of your development.
• Experience working in an manufacturing environment is desired.
• Experience working in a quality role in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience and understanding of dimensioning and tolerancing systems (GD&T) is preferred.
• Experience and understanding of AS9100 and related quality management standards is preferred.

Requires U.S. Citizenship or 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 and Physical Requirements:

Employees may need to successfully pass a health check-up, as a standard practice when moving to a different facility as required by Occupational Health and Safety.  The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activity (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces), bending, reaching, handling/fingering (seizing, holding, grasping, turning picking, pinching), stooping, kneeling, crouching and ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds.  Work may require the ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift, crane, hoist, man lift, etc.) in a safe manner. While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels or with fume or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc. requiring the use of personal protective equipment such as face protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shield), foot protection (i.e. steel toed shoes, rubber boots, etc.), gloves, hard hat, shop coat and hearing protection. Some positions may require Respirator clearance up to and including the Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Level A clearance. Work requires the ability to change into or out of personal protective equipment when entering or exiting manufacturing, laboratory, or other areas. Some employees may be required to drive between various locations within the Company facility or between locations. Work duties may also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer and/or the ability to travel by air or auto. Ability to distinguish colors may also be necessary. This position may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization. Some positions entail working with small parts/components. Employees must have excellent hand-eye coordination and good manual dexterity in both hands.