Specialist, Facilities Engineer

L3Harris Technologies; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Huntsville, AL, is seeking an experienced Facilities Engineer to support its Advanced Manufacturing Facility for composite rocket motor fabrication and assembly. You will work with engineering teams to develop and transition processes from development to production.

The role requires hands-on capability to install equipment, improve facility utilities and controls, and lead cross-functional teams while ensuring safety and environmental goals are met; travel up to 10% may

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience; graduate degree with 2+ years.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• Advanced understanding of facility utilities, controls, and systems.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Experience working with outside maintenance contractors.
• Ability to lead multi‑functional teams.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, configure, and install equipment for the fabrication of composite parts
• Support facility requirements related to quality, safety, and environmental goals
• Provide technical guidance and training to manufacturing groups
• Collaborate with internal maintenance teams and external contractors to maintain overall facility performance
• Troubleshoot facility controls, systems, and equipment, including developing robust corrective actions
• Interface with all related support groups and manufacturing teams for daily operational support
• Occasional travel (up to 10%) may be required to support equipment procurement

Skills

Facility utilities

Controls & systems

Root cause analysis

Contractor management

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

8+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

CAD

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: Specialist, Facilities Engineer

Job Code: 41124

Job Location: AMFS, Huntsville AL

Job Schedule: 4/10 Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Engineer to support our Advanced Manufacturing Facility (AMF) located in Huntsville, AL. This role supports the manufacturing facility, production processes, and facility programs associated with composite rocket motor fabrication and assembly. The Facilities Engineer will partner with Engineering team members to specify, develop, and transition manufacturing processes from development to full production. This position requires motivated, self‑starting individuals with hands‑on experience who can develop, implement, and maintain systems and controls within the facility.

Essential Functions

• Plan, configure, and install equipment for the fabrication of composite parts
• Support facility requirements related to quality, safety, and environmental goals
• Provide technical guidance and training to manufacturing groups
• Collaborate with internal maintenance teams and external contractors to maintain overall facility performance
• Troubleshoot facility controls, systems, and equipment, including developing robust corrective actions
• Interface with all related support groups and manufacturing teams for daily operational support
• Occasional travel (up to 10%) may be required to support equipment procurement

Qualifications

Requires proficient knowledge of job area. May have practical knowledge of project management. Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

• Advanced understanding of facility utilities, controls, and systems
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
• Experience working with outside maintenance contractors
• Ability to lead multi‑functional teams
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Preferred Additional Skills

• CAD experience
• Experience troubleshooting facility systems, equipment, and controls
• Experience with equipment installation

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.

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