Manufacturing Methods Engineer

L3Harris Technologies; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Camden, NJ is seeking a Manufacturing Methods Engineer to optimize production processes and transition new product designs into production. You will develop build processes, support start-up readiness, and lead continuous improvement initiatives on the shop floor.

The role requires proficiency in reading engineering drawings, documenting assembly methods, and coordinating with manufacturing teams to meet takt times. U.S.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in electronics manufacturing operations
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings
• Experience writing detailed manufacturing assembly instructions
• U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain security clearance

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed build process documentation from Engineering drawings and schematics
• Support Design for Producibility on new development programs
• Support new product start-up and readiness process
• Optimize Production Flow Lines
• Provide direct support to operators during assembly of products
• Collaborate to solve challenges, reduce defects, and increase efficiency
• Program automated manufacturing equipment
• Participate and lead continuous improvement activities

Skills

Reading drawings

Documentation writing

Continuous improvement

Education

Associate’s Degree in Engineering Tech

Tools

CREO Modeling Software

PLM systems

SAP S/4HANA

SMT equipment

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: Manufacturing Methods Engineer

Job Code: 44239

Job Location: Camden, NJ

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

The Manufacturing Methods Engineer will determine the most efficient and economical method of performing production build and assembly. Review assembly drawings for producibility, plan and develop production workflows/detailed assembly build documentation and adapt or modify existing manufacturing build/assembly documentation to increase efficiency. Optimize Production Flow Lines to meet required takt times. Transition new product designs into production and participate in design process. Provide floor support and on-the-job training to manufacturing assembly operators. Program and support computer-based production assembly automated equipment. Participate and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions:

• Develop detailed build process documentation from Engineering drawings and schematics
• Support Design for Producibility on new development programs
• Support new product start-up and readiness process
• Optimize Production Flow Lines
• Provide direct support to operators during assembly of products
• Collaborate to solve challenges, reduce defects, and increase efficiency
• Program automated manufacturing equipment
• Participate and lead continuous improvement activities

Qualifications:

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in electronics manufacturing operations environment or equivalent manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to read and interpret manufacturing build/assembly drawings
• Experience with writing detailed manufacturing assembly instructions
• Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology, preferably in Mechanical, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering
• Experience with the design and optimization of Work Cell Flow Lines
• Experience with Engineering design review and producibility
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

• IPC-J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, and/or IPC/WHMA-A-620 trained/certified
• Experience with electronic Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
• Experience with cable & harness assembly and support
• Familiarity with SMT equipment and technology
• Experience programming automated manufacturing equipment
• Basic knowledge of CREO Modeling Software
• Green-Belt or Lean Six Sigma certified
• Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is MIN $53,673 - MAX $110,000. 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.