Specialist, Manufacturing Engineering

L3Harris Technologies; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

L3Harris SMS in Wilmington, MA is seeking a Specialist Manufacturing Engineer – Optical to lead manufacturing engineering for optical and electromechanical assemblies. The role drives scalable processes, lean improvements, and alignment optimization to support rapid growth across programs.

The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams, guide production layouts, and coordinate design changes to meet deadlines with high quality, while managing costs and capacity planning for evolving

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of related experience; graduate degree with 4+ years; or 10+ years in lieu of a degree.
• Extensive experience with optical systems, including mirrors and lenses, and solid optical alignment principles.
• Experience solving problems, presenting to various stakeholders, and applying lean methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute manufacturing engineering activities for the assembly and integration of electromechanical and optical assemblies.
• Develop scalable processes from technical documentation and create manufacturing procedures and routers.
• Propose, develop and lead process improvement and cost reduction projects; apply lean liberally to the production cell.
• Lead elements of the manufacturing process including optimization of optical alignment processes, procedures and production layouts.
• Coordinate design changes with design engineering to address technical, operational, and obsolescence issues.
• Estimate and track manufacturing costs; use data to drive Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Interface with and direct technicians and other operations personnel, backing up the operations manager when needed.
• Support capacity planning and lab space layout for program changes.

Skills

Optical systems

Optical alignment

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

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 Manufacturing Engineer – Optical

Job Code:

40415

Job Location:

Wilmington, MA

Job Schedule:

9/80

Job Description:

L3Harris SMS located in Wilmington MA is an industry leader in the design and production of cutting-edge optical systems for customers in both the commercial and military markets, as well as NASA.

The Operations Organization is seeking a talented and creative Manufacturing Engineer with a strong optical background, to support several key programs at L3Harris's Wilmington location which has experienced significant revenue growth, more than doubling its revenue in recent years. This position is crucial for the successful scaling and transformation of our production processes to accommodate this rapid growth.

This role will play a vital part in the lifecycle of our key programs, contributing to various aspects of technical manufacturing leadership and will influence decision-making processes, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of our manufacturing operations. It will have responsibility to lead and execute LCA (Lens Cell Assembly) and OTA (Optical Telescope Assembly) alignment activities.

It will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement efficient production strategies, ensuring that all projects meet their deadlines with the highest quality standards. Additionally, responsibilities will include optimizing optical alignment workflows, identifying process improvements, and providing technical guidance and support to ensure the seamless execution of production activities.

Essential Functions:

• Lead and execute manufacturing engineering activities for the assembly and integration of electromechanical and optical assemblies.
• Develop scalable processes from technical documentation and create manufacturing procedures and routers.
• Propose, develop and lead process improvement and cost reduction projects, apply lean liberally to the production cell.
• Lead elements of the manufacturing process including optimization of optical alignment processes, procedures and production layouts.
• Lead design changes by coordinating with design engineering to address technical, operational, and obsolescence issues.
• Estimate and track manufacturing costs, use that data to initiate Continuous Improvement activities.
• Interface with and direct technicians and other operations personnel, back up the operations manager when out on vacation.
• Support capacity planning and lab space layout support for program changes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Extensive experience working with optical systems, including mirrors and lenses, and possess a solid understanding of optical alignment principles.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Evidence of strong problem-solving capability, people skills, and the ability to conduct presentations for various internal/external customers.
• Lean (Green Belt, Black Belt) certification.
• CAD training (Solid Works/AutoCAD).
• Knowledge of program and project management techniques and tools.
• Familiarity with AS9100/ISO9001 industry standards.
• Fabrication of reflectors, lenses, electrical assemblies, opto/mechanical alignment.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Massachusetts is $84,000 - $156,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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.