2nd Shift Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer; Shift Differential

L3

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Harris 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.

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Harris Space & Mission Systems located in Wilmington, MA, is an industry leader in designing and producing space-based optical telescopes for satellites and delivering cutting‑edge optical systems for commercial, military, and NASA missions. Our work shapes the future of space technology.

The Operations Organization is seeking a talented and creative Manufacturing Engineer to support several key programs at L3

Harris’s Imaging Division, which has experienced significant revenue growth, more than doubling its revenue in recent years. This position is crucial for the successful scaling and transformation of our production processes to accommodate this rapid growth.

This role will play a vital part in the lifecycle of our key programs, contributing to various aspects of technical manufacturing leadership and will influence decision‑making processes, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of our manufacturing operations.

It will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop and implement efficient production strategies, ensuring that all projects meet their deadlines with the highest quality standards. Additionally, responsibilities will include optimizing manufacturing workflows, identifying process improvements, and providing technical guidance and support to ensure the seamless execution of production activities.

• Lead and execute manufacturing engineering activities for the assembly and integration of electromechanical assemblies.
• Develop scalable processes from technical documentation and create manufacturing procedures and routers.
• Propose, develop and lead process improvement and cost reduction projects, applying lean principles to the production cell.
• Lead elements of the manufacturing process including optimization of manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts.
• Lead design changes by coordinating with design engineering to address technical, operational, and obsolescence issues.
• Interface with and direct technicians and other operations personnel, backing up the operations manager when out on vacation.
• Support capacity planning and lab space layout support for program changes.

• 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.

• Experience with optical engineering is a plus.
• Evidence of strong problem‑solving capability, people skills, and the ability to conduct presentations for various internal/external customers.
• Lean (Green Belt, Black Belt) certification.
• CAD training (Solid Works/AutoCAD).
• Knowledge of program and project management techniques and tools.
• Familiarity with AS9100/ISO
  9001 industry standards.
• Fabrication of reflectors, lenses, electrical assemblies, opto/mechanical alignment.
• Experience with NPI.
• Proven track record of solving complex engineering problems and implementing innovative solutions in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic work environment.
• Ability to obtain a secret or top‑secret clearance.

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