Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programmer

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Camden (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Geospatial Solutions is hiring a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programmer in Camden, AR. The role involves creating and validating CNC machining programs to enhance production efficiency. Candidates should have a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in CNC programming and machining.

Responsibilities include optimizing cycle times, maintaining program documentation, and training machine operators. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in machining processes and experience with various machines. L3Harris is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience, or 4+ years with a graduate degree, or 10+ years in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to verify CNC programs and maintain documentation.
• Experience in troubleshooting production issues on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise CNC machining programs to meet standards.
• Optimize cycle times while maintaining quality standards.
• Train machine operators and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

CNC programming

Machining

3-D modeling

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

NIMS CNC certification

Tools

Creo

Siemens NX

Vericut

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: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programmer

Job Code: 38754

Job Location: Camden, AR

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

Job Description

We are seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programmer skilled in CNC programming and machining to join our growing facility located in Camden, AR. The primary responsibilities include creating, revising, and validating CNC machining programs that drive efficient and repeatable production. Our ideal candidate is an experienced professional with a deep understanding of CNC machining processes from a 3‑D model to a finished product, including the tooling selection, fixturing design, and machining parameters.

Essential Functions

• Develop and revise CNC machining programs to meet engineering, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Verify programs through prove‑outs on production machines and ensure proper work‑holding and tooling specifications.
• Optimize cycle times while maintaining quality standards.
• Maintain program documentation and revision control.
• Create and update manufacturing work instructions while troubleshooting production issues on the shop floor.
• Train machine operators as required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through the identification of opportunities that will have a positive impact on the business.
• Generate and present project updates using PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

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.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Technical degree in manufacturing technology/engineering, appropriate NIMS CNC certification, or related field experience.
• Experience with some or all of the following: VMCs, HMCs, Lathes, and Mills.
• Experience creating CNC machining programs and programming/editing at the machine control.
• Machining experience with soft/gummy materials a bonus.
• Able to read and understand engineering drawings using traditional and GD&T dimensional tolerancing.
• Proficient in the use of 3‑D modeling, CAM, and simulation software, preferably Creo, Siemens NX, and Vericut.

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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