Tool Maker B

L3Harris Technologies; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a skilled Tool Maker to join the Composite Structures team in Rochester, NY. The role focuses on precision machining, tooling, and fabrication for new and existing products to optimize manufacturability.

Ideal candidates have a machining background, experience with G-code, Mastercam, Prototrak, and the ability to work with delicate assemblies while collaborating with engineers on design improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 6+ years of relevant experience, or 2 years post-secondary with 2–4 years related work.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and tight tolerance manufacturing requirements.
• Machining background; ability to work with delicate assemblies and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Read engineering drawings and detailed work instructions to guide fabrication.
• Maintain accurate manufacturing records and documentation.
• Operate mills, surface grinder, and lathe with precision.
• Collaborate with engineers to optimize design for manufacturability.

Skills

Read drawings/blueprints

Machining precision

Effective communicator

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent with 6+ years experience

Tools

Mastercam

Prototrak

G-code 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 C

Job Code: 43706

Job Location: Rochester, NY

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off)

Job Description:

The Assembly & Integration Focus Factory of L3Harris Space and Mission Systems located in Rochester, New York, is looking for an experienced Tool Maker to join the Composite Structures team. 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.

Essential Functions:

• Read engineering drawings/blueprints/schematics and detailed work instructions
• Maintain accurate records and manufacturing documentation
• Must be mechanically inclined with ability to work with very fragile and precise assemblies
• Speak clearly and concisely and present ideas effectively to individuals or groups
• Identify problems and suggest solutions
• Understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and proper labor charging practices
• Perform as an individual contributor as well as within a team environment
• Demonstrate appropriate computer knowledge
• Proficiently operating mills, surface grinder, and lathe
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years prior relevant experience; Or, 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with 2 to 4 years of prior related experience

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Willingness to work overtime, shift work, weekends, holidays, and some travel
• Skilled Journeyman's Certification
• Experience with G-Code and G-Code Macro's for machine programming
• Experience with CNC programming utilizing Mastercam
• Experience with Prototrak programming and operation
• Experience working with composite materials
• Experience working in a mechanical fabrication discipline
• Experience with MIG/TIG welding
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York state is $66,000-$122,000. 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.

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