Orlando, FL

Description:

Job Title: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Job Code: IMS20220807-86430

Job Location: Orlando, FL

OVERVIEW:

L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $17 billion in annual revenue, 50,000 employees and customers in more than 130 countries. L3Harris.com

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, 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 Technologies, ILS Division, Advanced Laser Systems Technology (ALST) is a world leader in the development and production of advanced laser rangefinders, designators, targeting systems and components. Based in Orlando, FL, ILS ALST supports all branches of the United States Military, allied nations, OEM customers, border security and development labs.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Sr. Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer is part of a multi-disciplinary team planning, developing and implementing manufacturing processes for advanced laser range finders and laser designators. This position contributes to the processes involving the laser based electro-optical systems, tooling, test equipment and the manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with design engineers, test engineers, technicians, managers and others members of the organization.
• Liaise with suppliers.
• Identify faults, investigate production problems and institute corrective action quickly and efficiently. If a major failure occurs institute and support the RCCA process.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement and assist the Continuous Improvement Lead.
• Institute, collect and analyze statistical metrics that monitor and determine production efficiencies.
• Develop training programs and provide training on process and assemblies.
• Develop manufacturing processes for new products, including Military Eye-Safe Laser Range Finders and Laser Designators.
• Identify faults, investigate production problems and institute corrective action quickly and efficiently. If a major failure occurs institute and support the RCCA process
• Implement Continuous Improvement Plans and assist the Continuous Improvement Program Lead as directed.
• Institute, collect and analyze statistical metrics that monitor and determine production efficiencies.
• Adapt existing tools, optics and equipment to meet changing production needs and new products.
• Specify new equipment such as optical test equipment, assembly equipment, inspection equipment.
• Lay out and improve work areas and equipment.
• Troubleshoot product and test equipment.
• Provide input to product engineers to improve the manufacturability of new and existing products.
• Create work instructions.
• Monitor and report process performance metrics.
• Improve the quality, reduce cost, improve schedule, and reduce the risk of existing processes.
• Analyze the Bills of Materials (BOM) for complex assemblies, make “Make/Buy” decisions, determine process flow, write assembly work instructions and inspection instructions.
• Read and understand complex electrical schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams and engineering drawings.
• Make determinations of the proper assembly/manufacturing processes for complex electrical assemblies
• Troubleshoot complex electrical assemblies and write Test/Troubleshoot procedures for these assemblies
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering or Science discipline, from an accredited university and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Hands-on mechanical, electrical, optical and laser assembly aptitude and experience.
• Creative problem solving.
• Detailed knowledge of Laser and Optics, testing and integration,
• Knowledge of laboratory and system level laser diagnostics.
• Knowledge of electrical/electronics manufacturing techniques.
• Experience with the integration and test of preproduction prototypes and documentation of laser level assembly, alignment and test techniques.
• Self-starter, able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven success in a fast paced development and manufacturing environment and possess a willingness to take ownership, accept accountability, and thrive under pressure.
• Possess exceptional communication (both oral and written) and listening skills, with a strong orientation to details, and the ability to make quick, informed decisions.
• Ability to make presentations to large audiences including customers, government personnel and senior management team members.
• Strong relationship building skills at all levels of an organization and the ability to work effectively across functions within a matrix environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).
  
  

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a United States Citizen or US Person as defined by ITAR - 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20), 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. Passport.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Able to travel nationally / internationally on an as needed basis.
• Able to work weekends and evenings as required to meet company objectives
  
  

NOTE: These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job. Individuals assigned to perform tasks defined in this job description that are controlled by the ISO program have the authority, consent and responsibility to carry out those tasks as defined in the program

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer - minorities / females / veterans / individuals with disabilities / sexual orientation / gender identity. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.