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Job Title: Associate Manager, Manufacturing Engineer – Space Mechanisms

Job Code: 30059

Job Location: Wilmington, MA

Job Description:

The L3Harris Imaging Division site in Wilmington, MA is an industry leader in the design and production of space based optical telescopes for small satellites.  This business produces cutting edge optical systems for many customers in both the commercial and military markets, as well as NASA.

The Operations Organization is looking for a talented and transformational leader to direct our Manufacturing Engineering department. L3Harris’s Imaging Division has more than doubled in revenue over the past few years, and this position is critical in supporting the scaling and transformation of the organization.  This position will lead a growing team of Manufacturing Engineers in support of meeting internal & external customers’ needs on both development and production programs and will collaborate closely with various operational functions and operations leadership to drive business execution. Key responsibilities include continuously enhancing manufacturing methods through the implementation of new tools and process changes to ensure superior product quality, increased production efficiency and capacity, and cost reduction across all programs, from proposal to delivery. This position will support scaling and transformation of the organization by performing the following activities:

• Manage, grow and transform a team of manufacturing engineers, adapting the structure to best meet the needs of customers & the business.
• Establishes and drives continuous improvement to team processes using the e3 operating system.  Makes improvements of processes, systems, and products to enhance performance of the group. Develops new concepts or standards where applicable.
• Communicates within and outside the organization to explain and influence changes to policies, procedures, and systems.
• Leads, directs and reviews the work of direct reports.  Works with direct reports to solve problems on individual programs – conducts extensive investigations to understand root cause of problems where information is difficult to obtain.
• Work with program management, engineering, and operations in both new product introduction and production environments to meet production/program goals.
• Utilizes data and analytics to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) identify trends and make data-driven decisions to improve manufacturing operations.

Essential Functions:

• Develop capability of the Manufacturing Engineering team; grow technical skills, as well as project management, facilitation, and leadership skills.
• Assist in driving a culture of data-based actions; use existing data / develop tools and metrics to create actionable information to drive improvement. 
• Coordinates Manufacturing Engineering tasks and resources across all programs.
• Develop and maintain skills matrix and training plan, identify staffing needs.
• Forecast headcount & execute hiring needs to support the department.
• Work directly with product development experts on the transfer of designs and processes to manufacturing, including driving DFMAT into new product introductions.
• Drive a Safety and Quality first culture on the Manufacturing Engineering team.
• Spends ½ time directly supporting program activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum 6 years prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Knowledge and experience with Lean and 6 Sigma tools such as 5S, value stream mapping, Kaizen, process control, etc. Six Sigma Lean Green Belt or higher certification preferred.
• Proven success and results in driving improvements in cost, quality and efficiency in manufacturing environments.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Able to effectively multi-task, support multiple programs simultaneously.
• Experience with DFM and DFA.
• Experience with Optical systems and technology.
• Experience with NPI.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Massachusetts is $94,000 - $175,000. 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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