Method Agent, Avionic

L3Harris Technologies; Mirabel; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Mirabel, QC is seeking a Method Agent, Avionic to define manufacturing methods for aircraft components and ensure efficient work methods while meeting quality, deadlines and cost objectives.

Reporting to the Methods Supervisor, you will work between engineering, program, planning and production, interpret drawings, develop production strategies, maintain BOMs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• DEC or BAC in aeronautics, avionics or equivalent.
• Minimum five years in a similar role; CF-18 experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office required; CAD tools a plus.

Responsibilities

• Write work instructions for manufacture/repair of electrical harnesses and avionics system modifications.
• Participate in harness assembly elaboration and read technical drawings.
• Define optimal operation sequences from drawings and specs.
• Collaborate with engineering to ensure feasibility and production efficiency.
• Develop and document production strategy based on engineering concepts.
• Handle production support requests and corrective actions with other departments.
• Assist in estimation and submission using monthly forecasts and production times.
• Create and maintain manufacturing BOMs.
• Develop project schedules and track progress.
• Harmonize engineering changes with planning and production.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

5+ years experience

Bilingual (English/French)

SAP

Office suite

3D Via

MS Project

Catia V5/V6

Visio

Education

DEC or BAC in aeronautics

Tools

SAP

3D Via

MS Project

Catia V5/V6

Visio

Office suite

Job description

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 is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. 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: Method Agent, Avionic

Job Location: Mirabel, QC

Job Code: 44406

Job Schedule: Day Shift

Compensation Range: Between $63,000 - $118,500 CDN annually

Reporting to the Methods Supervisor, the Methods Agent must define the methodology for manufacturing, assembling, modifying or overhauling an aircraft and its components. His main responsibility is to ensure the development and implementation of efficient work methods for production in an optimal work environment, while respecting quality standards, deadlines and costs. He/She is the link between the engineering, program, planning and production departments.

The methods agent is a technical specialist in the avionics field, he/she is distinguished by his/her knowledge of the manufacture, repair and installation of harnesses or aircraft components as well as avionics systems.

Essential Functions:

• Write work instructions for the manufacture and repair of electrical harnesses as well as instructions for making modifications to the avionics systems of the aircraft;
• Participate in the elaboration of the harness assembly;
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications to define the optimal sequence of operations;
• Actively participate in the design phase with engineering to ensure the feasibility of deliverables and production efficiency;
• Develop and document a clear production strategy based on the engineering concept (sequence of assembly plan according to estimate and validated level of effort);
• Respond to production support requests (clarify, corrective and preventive measures) and participate in the resolution of technical problems in collaboration with other departments;
• Support the estimation and submission process (estimate according to monthly forecasts, validation of times on production cards);
• Create and maintain the parts list (manufacturing BOM);
• Participate in the development of project schedules;
• Develop or verify work instructions;
• Harmonize the implementation of engineering changes or production improvements by working closely with engineering, planning and production;
• Actively participate in the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• College diploma (DEC) or bachelor's degree (BAC) in aeronautics, aeronautical manufacturing, avionics or equivalent experience;
• Experience on the CF-18, an asset;
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a similar position or equivalent experience;
• Knowledge of SAP;
• Knowledge of Office suite software;
• Knowledge of 3D Via, MS Project, Catia V5/V6, Visio (assets);
• Bilingual both orally and in writing (intermediate level).

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance;
• Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

This job is for an existing vacancy.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. 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. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.