Lead Manufacturing Engineer

L3Harris • Palm Bay, FL • 1d ago

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Lead Manufacturing EngineerJode Code: 31851Job Location: Palm, Bay Florida OR Greenville, TexasSchedule: 9/80

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing-related activities including expanding Manufacturing Readiness Assessments, DfX-Design for Manufacturing processes, and INAR-Independent Non-Advocate Reviews. The candidate will identify and address EAC risks, manufacturing producibility issues, and customer on-time delivery challenges on new programs. Additionally, they will develop strategies to increase producibility and throughput, identify core vs non-core processes, and develop a Technology Roadmap to optimize productivity by incorporating Industry 4.0 technologies.

Essential Functions:

Interface with design engineers to ensure hardware producibility and develop build strategies

Plan and request manpower, equipment, and process resources

Generate assembly documentation and direct support personnel in the day-to-day execution of manufacturing tasks

Assist with manufacturing efforts with formal cost and schedule responsibilities and direct customer interfaces

Support process improvement initiatives of both technical and operational nature

Design and develop manufacturing and engineering tools, strategies, and systems to improve quality and throughput in the conformal coating area

Plan and support the build and modification of electronic systems including procurement support, assembly method and work instructions generation, tooling design support, material and process development, facilities and equipment planning, and resolution of manufacturing, quality, and reliability issues

Estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines

Support the root cause and corrective action (RCCA) processes

25% Travel required

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, or related disciplines

Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience, or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience

Minimum of 6 years of experience in a manufacturing or integration environment

Exceptional manufacturing skills

Ability to lead teams, train, and mentor personnel

Candidate must have an analytical mindset and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience developing analytical tools and models is required (e.g., operations research, forecasting models, Power BI & Microsoft Office)

Preferred Additional Skills:

Experience with the core elements of Production Optimization including, but not limited to, Standard Work, Visual Management Controls, Value Stream Maps, Lean Material Flow and Total Productive Maintenance

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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