Senior Composite Manufacturing Engineer – Aerospace

Jobtome; Paint Rock (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Composites Manufacturing Engineer for our Huntsville, AL facility.

This role focuses on inert manufacturing of advanced composite rocket motor hardware, leading process improvements and ensuring compliance with design, safety, and quality standards. The position requires strong project management, hands-on manufacturing expertise, and the ability to collaborate across functions to deliver robust tooling and parts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required with 6+ years in Manufacturing Engineering; advanced degree optional.
• Graduate degree reduces required experience; extensive hands-on aerospace manufacturing experience valued.
• In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvements using Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Create and maintain detailed work instructions, PFMEAs, JSAs.
• Provide shop floor support and technical guidance to teams.
• Manage complex projects and coordinate cross-site transitions.

Skills

Project management

Hand layup

Rubber experience

CAD modeling

GD&T

Surface prep

Precision assembly

Robotics operation

Composite materials

Cross-functional comms

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Experience in lieu of degree

Job description

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Composites Manufacturing Engineer for our Huntsville, AL facility.

This role focuses on inert manufacturing of advanced composite rocket motor hardware, leading process improvements and ensuring compliance with design, safety, and quality standards. The position requires strong project management, hands-on manufacturing expertise, and the ability to collaborate across functions to deliver robust tooling and parts.