We are seeking a Manager, Quality and Mission Assurance to join our team in Camden, Arkansas.

This Quality Engineering manager role will have the authority and responsibility to effectively communicate and interface daily with Aerojet Rocketdyne (AR) executives, peers, direct reports, customers (internal & external) and all organizations within the company. Will be responsible and accountable for applying quality principles, technical knowledge and continuous improvement philosophies. Responsible for leading and directing the Quality Engineering team and for developing and maintaining a Culture of Quality both within his/her team and across the site. In addition, the individual will develop and maintain the site quality engineering strategy for assuring a quality product that meets the customer's requirements at the lowest cost is produced. Must have strong customer skills, and be able to anticipate and manage customer expectations. Some travel to other AR sites may be required. Must have a thorough understanding of budgets, Enterprise Support Plans, metrics and continuous improvement tools within a quality and technical organization.

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

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.

Our growing Camden, AR site has the newest, state-of-the-art large solid rocket motor facility in the nation to produce rocket motors that support our nation's most important next generation national security programs, like the Sentinel (Ground Based Strategic Deterrent), hypersonics and missile defense targets. Camden is also where we produce solid rocket motors and warheads critical to the nation's defense, like THAAD, Standard Missile, Tactical Tomahawk, Javelin and the Patriot Missile System. Check out this short YouTube video featuring our Camden site: Successful test of Aerojet Rocketdyne's eSR-73 advanced large solid rocket motor

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
• Paid Time Off- Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 4/10 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

30% - Provide technical direction to team/coaching.

15% - Monitor performance; investigate issues using Root cause tools & implement corrective actions.

15% - Customer coordination/interface.

15% - Participate on site level boards & initiatives.

15% - Strategic planning and QA improvement initiatives.

10% - Administrative Functions.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in quality, safety, engineering or related field and at least nine (9) years of directly related experience. Extensive background in the field of rocket engine or solid rocket motor propulsion and testing is preferred. A strong understanding of quality management system and quality principles 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.

Strong leadership, problem solving, and written/verbal communication skills are required. The candidate must have a track record that demonstrates he/she: 1) is a highly motivated team player; 2) consistently meets his/her commitments; 3) has the ability to motivate and inspire change; and 4) possesses the skills to coach/mentor individuals to work effectively in a government and commercial facility environment under time and budget constraints.

Will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. 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.