Specialist, Manufacturing Engineering

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Village of Scottsville (NY); On-site; USD 73,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

EAP

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Rochester, NY, is seeking a Specialist, Manufacturing Engineering to join the JROC NPI team. You will help transition products from prototype to production and shape manufacturing strategies that improve quality, safety, and efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring a strong electro‑mechanical background, DFMA/PFMEA experience, and hands‑on comfort with automation, tooling design, and cross‑functional collaboration across engineering and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Support a cross‑functional team through the New Product Introduction process.
• On‑time completion of NPI deliverables, including: DFMA, PFMEA, process flow diagrams, manufacturing plans, and capability models.
• Work with operations to assemble prototype and engineering validation builds for new products.
• Create, maintain, and improve process documentation, work instructions, and procedures.
• Design and implement electro‑mechanical solutions to improve manufacturing operations.
• Support programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing automated equipment and PLC‑controlled systems.
• Investigate production issues and establish root cause and corrective actions using structured problem‑solving methods.
• Train engineers and technicians on processes, systems, and standards.
• Monitor and analyze process data, identify trends, and recommend improvements for new and existing product lines.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

IPC workmanship standards

Creo 3D modeling

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Machine vision systems

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Graduate degree in engineering

Tools

CREO CAD

Automation equipment troubleshooting

Job description

Company Culture

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.

Job Title

Specialist, Manufacturing Engineering

Job Code

43686

Job Location

Rochester, NY

Job Schedule

9/80: Employee works 9 out of 14 days with every other Friday off

Salary

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York state is $73,000 - $135,000.

Job Description

The JROC New Product Introduction (NPI) team is seeking a driven and talented Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. This role is ideal for a proactive, self‑motivated professional with a strong background in electro‑mechanical manufacturing processes, tooling design, and project management. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a critical role in bringing new products to life by partnering with cross‑functional teams to successfully transition products from prototype into production. You will help shape manufacturing strategies and implement solutions that support quality, safety, efficiency, and operational excellence.

Essential Functions

• Support a cross‑functional team through the New Product Introduction process.
• On‑time completion of NPI deliverables, including: DFMA, PFMEA, process flow diagrams, manufacturing plans, and capability models.
• Work with operations to assemble prototype and engineering validation builds for new products.
• Create, maintain, and improve process documentation, work instructions, and procedures.
• Design and implement electro‑mechanical solutions to improve manufacturing operations.
• Support programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing automated equipment and PLC‑controlled systems.
• Investigate production issues and establish root cause and corrective actions using structured problem‑solving methods.
• Train engineers and technicians on processes, systems, and standards.
• Monitor and analyze process data, identify trends, and recommend improvements for new and existing product lines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience or graduate degree with 2+ years of experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Willingness to work and learn in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Experience with IPC workmanship standards, including IPC-610 & J-STD-001.
• Competency with 3d Modeling software, CREO preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma green belt or equivalent.
• Experience with machine visions systems (COGNEX, Keyence, etc.).
• Interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work in a cross‑functional team.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• EAP
• Education assistance
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Company‑paid holidays

Equal Opportunity

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.

Security Clearance

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.