Specialist, Manufacturing Engineering

L3Harris Technologies; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Huntsville, AL is seeking a proactive Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer to join our Critical Process Task Force. The role focuses on identifying, analyzing, and overcoming manufacturing challenges to boost efficiency and quality.

You will collaborate across Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Design Engineering to implement corrective actions and improvements. A strong analytics mindset and hands‑on problem solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree + 4 years experience, or Graduate Degree + 2 years, or 8 years without a degree.
• Experience leading manufacturing projects or production support in regulated environments.
• Lean Six Sigma, RCCA, SPC or similar problem‑solving experience.
• Experience interpreting drawings, specifications, WIs, routers and data packages.
• Experience with ERP/MRP, MES, PLM or related manufacturing execution tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead resolution of complex manufacturing issues to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and production efficiency.
• Develop and implement corrective actions and process improvements to address challenges.
• Lead cross‑functional efforts with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Design Engineering.
• Refine and uphold manufacturing standards and execution discipline with hands‑on problem‑solving.
• Conduct root cause investigations and apply Lean/Six Sigma to drive continuous improvement.
• Interpret data and translate findings into actionable recommendations for the team.
• Travel: 15%.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Graduate Degree

Tools

ERP/MRP

MES

PLM

CREO

PLC Programming

Job description

Job Title: Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer

Job Code: 42599

Job Location: Huntsville, AL- AMF South

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

Job Description

We are currently seeking a proactive Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer with a strong desire for problem-solving to join our dynamic team at L3Harris in Huntsville, AL.

Working for the Critical Process Task Force supporting manufacturing across the organization.

In this role, you will be instrumental in identifying, analyzing, and overcoming manufacturing challenges, thereby significantly enhancing operational efficiency and product quality.

Your role will be central to shaping and driving creative solutions for complex manufacturing issues, improving production performance, and helping the team navigate technical challenges. As a collaborative and resourceful member of our cross-functional team, you will apply robust analytical skills and an innovative mindset to troubleshoot, iterate, and evolve our manufacturing processes. Your adaptability and critical thinking will be key as you navigate a wide range of engineering challenges and contribute to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

We are eager to welcome an individual who is passionate about problem-solving, thrives in a manufacturing environment, and is committed to excellence.

Essential Functions

• Lead resolution of complex manufacturing issues to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and production efficiency.
• Develop and implement corrective actions and process improvements that address production challenges, reduce waste, and strengthen operational performance.
• Lead cross-functional efforts with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Design Engineering, and other stakeholders to remove technical and execution barriers.
• Refine and uphold manufacturing standards, processes, and execution discipline while maintaining a strong hands‑on problem‑solving presence.
• Conduct root cause investigations and apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other structured problem‑solving methods to drive continuous improvement.
• Interpret technical, process, and production data, and translate findings into clear recommendations and action plans for the team.
• Ability to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance.
• Travel: 15%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior Manufacturing/Engineering experience; or a Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior Manufacturing/Engineering experience; or in lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior Manufacturing/Engineering experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience leading manufacturing engineering projects, production support efforts, or recurring issue resolution in aerospace, defense, automotive, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, RCCA, statistical process control, or equivalent structured problem‑solving expertise.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, manufacturing work instructions, routers, and technical data packages.
• Experience with ERP/MRP, MES, PLM or similar tools used to support manufacturing execution.
• CREO experience is desired.
• PLC programming experience is a plus.
• Compression molding experience is a plus.

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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