Specialist, Facilities Engineer 1

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris is seeking an experienced Facilities Engineer for the Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Huntsville, AL. You will support production processes, lead facility-related projects, and ensure reliability of equipment and controls in a demanding aerospace environment.

The role requires hands-on expertise, strong collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams, and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Graduate degree plus 2+ years of relevant experience.
• 8+ years of related experience in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Plan, configure, and install equipment for 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 facility performance.
• Troubleshoot facility controls, systems, and equipment; develop robust corrective actions.
• Interface with related support groups and manufacturing teams for daily operations.
• Occasional travel (up to 10%) may be required to support equipment procurement.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Skills

CAD experience

Troubleshooting facility systems

Equipment installation

Facility utilities & controls

Root cause analysis

Maintenance contractor coordination

Leadership of multi-functional teams

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate Degree

8 years equivalent experience

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: 47011

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
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

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.

Preferred Additional Skills

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

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.

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.

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