Manufacturing Engineer

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.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineer to lead our PostSMT (surface mount technology) processes and support team at the Jefferson Road Operations Center. In this dual technical-leadership role, you will guide a team responsible for through-hole assembly, depanelization, soldering processes, and related automated equipment—while also driving process development, continuous improvement, and technical problem-solving initiatives. This is a highly visible role that partners closely with operations, quality, engineering, and cross-functional groups to ensure our PCBA production lines meet quality, yield, and reliability expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and coordinate the PostSMT support team to ensure effective daily operations and timely response to production needs
• Develop team capabilities through coaching, training, and sharing best practices
• Establish and maintain standards around staffing, training, and production system expectations
• Create and maintain process documentation and work instructions
• Develop, implement, and optimize PostSMT production processes for new and existing products, including tooling, fixturing, and automated equipment programming
• Provide programming and technical support for depanelization and through-hole assembly equipment
• Partner with operators and supervisors to analyze feedback and identify improvements
• Perform structured root-cause analysis and drive corrective actions to address production issues
• Monitor defective materials, contribute to MRB activities and support change control processes
• Support Equipment maintenance programs and ensure effective, on-time completion of required PMs
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to implement process improvements and support key strategic initiatives
• Evaluate, deploy, and validate new equipment and technologies that enhance production capabilities

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience or graduate degree with 2+ years of experience

Skills

• Experience with wave soldering and selective soldering equipment
• Ability to program automated equipment and analyze process performance
• Comfortable collaborating across multiple departments and leading improvement initiatives
• Working knowledge of IPC-610 and J-STD-001 workmanship standards
• Lean Six Sigma training (Yellow or Green Belt preferred)
• Hands-on experience in electronics assembly including electro-mechanical assembly processes
• Experience supporting manufacturing equipment and production processes in a high mix environment
• Effective problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong communication skills and proficiency with MS Office

Pay

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York state is $73,000 - $135,000. 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.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays

Schedule

5/8 1st Shift