Sr. Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer

L3Harris Technologies; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer to develop, improve, and optimize Image Intensifier tube manufacturing.

The role focuses on advancing processes, materials handling, and standardized work to increase yield and performance. You will provide advanced sustaining engineering, troubleshoot real-time issues, develop controls, analyze yield and defect data, drive cost savings, and mentor engineers, technicians, and staff while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree or higher in a related engineering field.
• Minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience; graduate degree optional with added experience.
• Experience with manufacturing best practices, process control, and cost reduction welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced sustaining engineering support for Image Intensifier manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment-related issues in real time to minimize production impact.
• Develop, implement, and maintain process controls to improve repeatability and reduce variation.
• Analyze manufacturing, equipment, yield, and defect data to identify trends and drive corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement in throughput, cycle time, yield, and cost.
• Mentor engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel as needed.
• Communicate technical issues and business impacts clearly to leadership.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Troubleshooting

Process optimization

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate degree

Tools

DMAIC

Minitab

SQL

SQL Server

Job description

Overview

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 growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. The culture emphasizes values, communities, and excellence.

Job Title: Sr. Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer

Job Code: 40890

Job Location: Tempe, AZ

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description: The candidate will contribute to the company’s success by performing engineering work in the development, improvement, and optimization of multiple processes and techniques used in the manufacture of Image Intensifier (I2) tubes. The work includes improving and optimizing current processes and materials management to increase image intensifier capabilities, manufacturing yield, and/or reduce variance. Emphasis is on improving component performance, implementing manufacturing standard work, best practices, and developing optimized process recipes and methodologies.

Success in this role will be measured by timely process optimization and supporting the implementation of new processes into production, resulting in cost savings from reduced tool downtime, improved process yield, and enhanced product performance.

Essential Functions

• Provide advanced sustaining engineering support for Image Intensifier manufacturing processes
• Troubleshoot process and equipment-related issues in real time to minimize production impact
• Develop, implement, and maintain process controls to improve repeatability and reduce variation
• Analyze manufacturing, equipment, yield, and defect data to identify trends and drive corrective actions
• Drive continuous improvement in throughput, cycle time, yield, and cost
• Support and lead material, consumable, tool, and process qualifications
• Partner with operations, maintenance, quality, and supply chain to resolve complex manufacturing issues
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, work instructions, procedures, control plans, and technical reports
• Mentor less experienced engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel as needed
• Communicate technical issues, recommendations, and business impacts clearly to leadership and stakeholders

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, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience with vacuum deposition of inorganic and metallic films, glass processing, chemical etching, materials analysis/characterization, and equipment design
• Experience using DFM, Six-Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Experience using DMAIC processes and associated tools
• Experience with statistical software (e.g. Minitab)
• Experience using SQL and Microsoft SQL Server

Equal Opportunity and Security

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity, and maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or other protected characteristics. The company maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law.

Please be aware many positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may be granted only to U.S. citizens. Applicants may be subject to government security investigations 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 and related information with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for consideration for other available positions.

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