Associate, Manufacturing Engineering

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Camden (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Camden, AR seeks an Associate, Manufacturing Engineer focused on Manufacturing Planning to join our Advanced Propulsion Facility.

You will help commission a new multi-model production line for Large Solid Rocket Motors, ensuring equipment meets quality standards and safely delivers products critical to national security. Responsibilities include creating detailed manufacturing plans, collaborating with design and production teams, and applying Lean manufacturing to

Qualifications

• Robust background in manufacturing processes and planning.
• Develop and maintain detailed manufacturing plans to meet production schedules.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience preferred.
• CAD and ERP familiarity; strong problem-solving and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed manufacturing plans to meet production schedules and goals.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure manufacturability of new products.
• Analyze production processes to identify and implement improvements for efficiency, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.
• Create and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing principles to streamline processes and eliminate waste.
• Provide technical support and guidance to production teams, ensuring adherence to manufacturing plans.
• Monitor and analyze production data to optimize resource allocation and workflow.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related field

Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

CAD software

ERP systems

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: Associate, Manufacturing Engineering

Job Code: 46083

Job Location: Camden, AR

Job Schedule: 4/10: Employees work 10 hours a day, 4 days a week

Job Description:

We are seeking skilled and motivated Associate, Manufacturing Engineer with a focus on Manufacturing Planning to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in manufacturing processes and will be responsible for planning and optimizing our manufacturing operations. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring our production processes are efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with industry standards.

Specifically, this role will be instrumental in commissioning of a new multi-model production line for our Large Solid Rocket Motor line of products at our Advanced Propulsion Facility. You will be ensuring our new cutting edge manufacturing equipment meets quality standards and safely produces solid rocket motors critical to national security.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and maintain detailed manufacturing plans to meet production schedules and goals.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure manufacturability of new products.
• Analyze production processes to identify and implement improvements for efficiency, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.
• Create and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing principles to streamline processes and eliminate waste.
• Provide technical support and guidance to production teams, ensuring adherence to manufacturing plans.
• Monitor and analyze production data to optimize resource allocation and workflow.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• 2-4 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with a focus on manufacturing planning.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing planning tools (e.g., ERP systems).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Certification in Project Management (PMP) or Manufacturing Engineering (CMfgE).
• Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple and complex projects simultaneously.

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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.

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