Manufacturing Technician B - 1st Shift

L3Harris Technologies; Orange (VA); On-site; USD 27,483 - 50,668; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris is seeking a Manufacturing Technician B for an on‑site role at the Culpeper, VA facility, with responsibilities spanning precision assembly, equipment operation, and quality recordkeeping. The site serves as a center of excellence for propulsion and energetics development.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent plus substantial relevant experience, or an Associate’s Degree with up to two years of related work. Security clearance is a potential requirement.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post‑Secondary/Associate’s Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.

Responsibilities

• Precision assembly of complex aerospace components.
• Operate machinery and assemble products.
• May mentor less senior personnel.

Skills

US Security Clearance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree

Tools

Torque tooling

Precision scales

Job description

Company Overview

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 Information

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician B
Job ID: 40846
Job Location: Culpeper, VA; On‑site
Job Schedule: 1st Shift 4/10: Employees work 10‑hour days, 4 days a week

Job Description

L3Harris is seeking a Manufacturing Technician B to work at our Orange, VA location. Our site near Culpeper, VA, in beautiful, rural Orange County (1.5 hours from Washington, DC) is growing! This site is our center of excellence for Solid Rocket Motor Propulsion and Energetics development as well as high‑complexity production programs. The successful individual will perform functions such as fabrication of components, clean and assemble equipment, clean tools, parts, and work area, operate machinery, pressure tests, bonds, assembles, precision part clean, mix adhesives, torque fasteners, and all other duties and tasks required to assemble and prepare for shipment of products. The individual maintains records for manufactured products, works safely, and maintains a clean and orderly work area. Under general supervision, the Manufacturing Technician performs a wide range of duties within the manufacturing operations area. The technician applies specialized manufacturing knowledge to basic problems to come up with logical answers.

Essential Functions

• Precision Assembly of complex aerospace components.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or lead.
• May mentor less senior personnel.
• Ability to obtain US Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Requires developing job knowledge/skills. Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post‑Secondary/Associate’s Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Preferred Precision Assembly Knowledge/Skill: Use of torque tooling, mix and apply adhesives, leak check testing, pressurized systems, electrical grounding and bonding checks, electrical connectors and electromechanical component assembly and test, general computer (Windows), Standard Measurement Instruments (SMI), and precision component cleaning.
• Knowledge/Skills: Use of precision scales, operation of industrial processing equipment, cleaning solvents, mixing operations, inventory control, record keeping, and assembly of process tooling.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to follow safety practices.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the work team and those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to read, interpret and understand work instructions, drawings, etc.
• Ability to work with management, supervisor or lead personnel to prioritize work and meet critical deadlines.
• With the guidance from supervisor/lead personnel, ability to make precise adjustments in moving the controls of the machine/equipment to exact position such as offsets and axis movement.

Salary & Benefits

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $19.95/hr – $36.78/hr. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary; final offer amounts may vary based on 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.

Security Clearance

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.

EEO Statement

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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Data Sharing Notice

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.