Tool Maker

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

EAP

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

The Airborne Focus Factory of L3Harris Space and Mission Systems in Rochester, NY is seeking an experienced Tool Maker to join the assembly and integration team. You will work on complex parts and prototypes, reading drawings and preparing documentation while collaborating with engineers to optimize manufacturability.

Strong machining/fabrication background and ability to work with fragile optomechanical assemblies are required.

Qualifications

• Must have machining/fabrication background and ability to work within tight tolerances.
• Experience reading engineering drawings/blueprints/schematics and detailed work instructions.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and manufacturing documentation.
• Able to work as an individual contributor and in a team.
• Willingness to obtain US security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate tool-making machines in manufacturing or prototyping environments.
• Assemble and fabricate low-volume hardware and prototypes.
• Collaborate with engineers on design for manufacturability and optimization.
• Maintain documentation and reporting for manufacturing processes.
• Work with tight tolerances on sensitive optomechanical assemblies.

Skills

Tool making

Machinist

Reading drawings

Documentation

Team player

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Security clearance readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MasterCAM

Sheet metal fabrication

CNC programming

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: Tool Maker

Job Code: 45444

Job Location: Rochester, NY

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 Airborne Focus Factory of L3Harris Space and Mission Systems located in Rochester, New York, is looking for an experienced Tool Maker to join the assembly and integration team.The job scope includes complex parts, assemblies for engineering prototypes, unique products, or low-volume manufacturing. Scope includes the assembly and integration of low volume hardware. Candidate must possess a machining and fabrication background and ability to work within tight tolerance specifications. Scope is focused on the timely execution of assigned tasks as an individual contributor and function well within a team environment. This role involves working directly with engineers on the design, development and fabrication of new and existing products to optimize design for manufacturability. L3Harris in New York

Essential Functions:

• Tool Maker or Machinist experience.
• Perform work in manufacturing and/or prototyping environment.
• Must be able to read engineering drawings/blueprints/schematics and detailed work instructions.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and manufacturing documentation.
• Mechanically inclined, and be able to work with very fragile and precise optomechanical assemblies.
• Speaks clearly and concisely, presenting ideas effectively to individuals or groups.
• Ability to identify problems and suggest solutions.
• Demonstrates appropriate computer knowledge.
• Understands and adheres to established policies, procedures and proper labor charging practices.
• Must be able to perform as an individual contributor as well as within a team environment.
• Abilty to obtain a US security clearance.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work overtime, shift work, weekends, and some travel.
• Skilled Journeyman's Certification.
• Experience in an Electrical/Mechanical/Optical fabrication discipline.
• Aerospace or Defense industry experience.
• Experience with CNC programming utilizing MasterCAM.
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Rochester is $31.73/hr - $58.65/hr. 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.

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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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