Manufacturing Engineer: Problem Solving & Improvement

L3Harris Technologies; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Huntsville, AL is seeking a proactive Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer to join our Critical Process Task Force. The role focuses on identifying, analyzing, and overcoming manufacturing challenges to boost efficiency and quality.

You will collaborate across Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Design Engineering to implement corrective actions and improvements. A strong analytics mindset and hands‑on problem solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree + 4 years experience, or Graduate Degree + 2 years, or 8 years without a degree.
• Experience leading manufacturing projects or production support in regulated environments.
• Lean Six Sigma, RCCA, SPC or similar problem‑solving experience.
• Experience interpreting drawings, specifications, WIs, routers and data packages.
• Experience with ERP/MRP, MES, PLM or related manufacturing execution tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead resolution of complex manufacturing issues to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and production efficiency.
• Develop and implement corrective actions and process improvements to address challenges.
• Lead cross‑functional efforts with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Design Engineering.
• Refine and uphold manufacturing standards and execution discipline with hands‑on problem‑solving.
• Conduct root cause investigations and apply Lean/Six Sigma to drive continuous improvement.
• Interpret data and translate findings into actionable recommendations for the team.
• Travel: 15%.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Graduate Degree

Tools

ERP/MRP

MES

PLM

CREO

PLC Programming

Job description

L3Harris Technologies in Huntsville, AL is seeking a proactive Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer to join our Critical Process Task Force. The role focuses on identifying, analyzing, and overcoming manufacturing challenges to boost efficiency and quality.

You will collaborate across Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Design Engineering to implement corrective actions and improvements. A strong analytics mindset and hands‑on problem solving are essential.