Specialist, 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. 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: Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer Job Code: 43280 Job Location: Carlsbad, CA Job Schedule: 9/80 - Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off. Job Description: L3Harris is seeking a Specialist, Manufacturing Engineering to support our Strategic Missions Division at our Carlsbad, CA location. This role supports the development, implementation, and improvement of manufacturing methods for complex electronic, optical, and electro-mechanical assemblies, with a focus on safety, quality, delivery, and throughput. The selected candidate will support the production of opto-electrical and mechanical sub-assemblies, cable/harness assemblies, chassis assemblies, and higher-level system integrations. This individual will work closely with Operations, Quality, Test, Reliability, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program teams to address manufacturing issues, improve process efficiency, and support production execution to meet customer requirements. This position requires strong technical aptitude, the ability to manage multiple assignments in a production environment, and experience with electronics manufacturing processes, tooling, process documentation, and continuous improvement. Familiarity with printed circuit board design, fabrication, and assembly processes is beneficial. Essential Functions: Support manufacturing engineering activities for production hardware to ensure safe, efficient, and repeatable processes that meet quality and delivery requirementsAssist in developing, implementing, improving, and sustaining manufacturing processes for complex avionics hardware including optical assemblies, CCAs, microelectronic assemblies, cable/harness assemblies, chassis, and higher-level assembliesGenerate, update, and maintain Assembly Method Sheets (AMS), work instructions, process flows, tooling requirements, and related manufacturing documentationSupport evaluation of manufacturing constraints and implementation of process improvements to improve producibility, yield, cycle time, and throughputDesign and develop manufacturing tools, fixtures, and process aids with emphasis on standardization, mistake-proofing, and operator effectivenessCreate manufacturing fixturing using in-house additive manufacturing resources and other appropriate tooling methodsSupport automation and semi-automation initiatives for manual manufacturing processes such as torque application, chemical dispensing, and similar assembly operationsProvide day-to-day technical support to manufacturing technicians and operators to ensure proper execution of manufacturing processesCommunicate effectively with internal and external customers regarding manufacturing issues, priorities, and statusSupport root cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions related to nonconformances, recurring defects, process escapes, and yield issuesSupport MRB activities including review of discrepant hardware, defect trend analysis, and implementation of corrective actionsReview drawing revisions and parts list updates for manufacturing impact and support incorporation of engineering changes into productionAnalyze workflow, labor content, and material flow to support improvements in manufacturing and test throughputSupport lean and continuous improvement initiatives of both technical and operational nature to reduce waste and improve safety, quality, delivery, and costUse data and process metrics to identify trends and support manufacturing performance improvementsPrioritize and execute in an environment with multiple concurrent tasks and responsibilitiesAbility to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance (TS/SCI with Poly) Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. Preferred Additional Skills: Experience with CCA manufacturing processes, cable assemblies, fiber optics, and electro-mechanical assembliesWorking knowledge and general understanding of IPC -6012, IPC-6013, IPC-A-600 and IPC 6018Background in manufacturing of electronics for Military and Government SystemsExperience in Lean principles; mistake proofing, 3P, 5S+1, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Root Cause Analysis, Cause & Effect, Gemba, Pull-Flow, etcFamiliarity in Control or similar MRP based system and Aegis based Manufacturing Execution SystemExperience with Aegis based Manufacturing Execution System (i.e. Fusion V7, FactoryLogix)Experience with Automated chemical dispensing process developmentExperience with Automated/Semi-automated torque tools process developmentKnowledge in PTC CREO, technical writing, MS Project and/or MS SharePoint.TS or higher U.S. Government Security Clearance In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California is $84,000 - $156,000. 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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