Lead, Manufacturing Engineering

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

L3Harris Space & Mission Systems in Wilmington, MA, seeks a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to drive assembly/integration of electromechanical devices and lead critical satellite payload programs. You will develop scalable manufacturing processes, lead lean improvements, and coordinate with design to address issues.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in manufacturing leadership, DFM, NPI, and continuous improvement, and can obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years experience or advanced degree with 7+ years; in lieu of a degree, 13 years of related experience.
• Ability to obtain a secret or top-secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute manufacturing engineering activities for assembly and integration of electromechanical assemblies.
• Act as technical Lead on critical satellite payload programs and develop scalable processes from technical documentation.
• Propose, develop and lead process improvement and cost reduction projects applying lean principles.

Skills

Lean Certification

CAD Training

AS9100/ISO9001 Familiarity

Optical Engineering Knowledge

NPI Experience

Security Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Experience in lieu of degree

Tools

SolidWorks/AutoCAD

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: Lead, Manufacturing Engineering

Job Code: 47213

Job Location: Wilmington MA

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description

L3Harris Space & Mission Systems located in Wilmington, MA, is an industry leader in designing and producing space-based optical telescopes for satellites and delivering cutting-edge optical systems for commercial, military, and NASA missions. Our work shapes the future of space technology.

The Operations Organization is seeking a talented and creative Lead Manufacturing Engineer to support several key programs at L3Harris's Imaging Division, which has experienced significant revenue growth, more than doubling its revenue in recent years. This position is crucial for the successful scaling and transformation of our production processes to accommodate this rapid growth.

This role will play a vital part in the lifecycle of our key programs, contributing to various aspects of technical manufacturing leadership and will influence decision-making processes, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of our manufacturing operations.

It will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement efficient production strategies, ensuring that all projects meet their deadlines with the highest quality standards. Additionally, responsibilities will include optimizing manufacturing workflows, identifying process improvements, and providing technical guidance and support to ensure the seamless execution of production activities.

Essential Functions

• Lead and execute manufacturing engineering activities for the assembly and integration of electromechanical assemblies.
• Act as the technical Lead on critical satellite payload programs. Develop scalable processes from technical documentation and create manufacturing procedures and routers.
• Propose, develop and lead process improvement and cost reduction projects, apply lean liberally to the production cell.
• Lead elements of the manufacturing process including optimization of manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts. Lead design changes by coordinating with design engineering to address technical, operational, and obsolescence issues.
• Interface with and direct technicians and other operations personnel, back up the operations manager when out on vacation.
• Support capacity planning and lab space layout support for program changes. Lead DFM activities during programs’ NPI phase.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. 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.
• Ability to obtain a secret or top-secret clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience with optical engineering a plus.
• Evidence of strong problem-solving capability, people skills, and the ability to conduct presentations for various internal/external customers.
• Lean (Green Belt, Black Belt) certification.
• CAD training (Solid Works/AutoCAD).
• Knowledge of program and project management techniques and tools.
• Familiarity with AS9100/ISO9001 industry standards.
• Fabrication of reflectors, lenses, electrical assemblies, opto/mechanical alignment.
• Experience with NPI.
• Proven track record of solving complex engineering problems and implementing innovative solutions in a manufacturing environment.
• DFM Experience.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Massachusetts is $96,000 - $178,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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.