F-35 Manufacturing Technician
Wilmington, Massachusetts
Job ID 14801L3Harris 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 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 space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 50,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.
Job Title: F-35 Manufacturing Technician
Job Code: 14801
Job Location: Wilmington, MA
Job Description:
- Assembly of various optical, electrical and mechanical components at a work station in a common work cell with other technician.
- Work off of developed manufacturing instructions, with the ability to read and analyze various sources of data including: manufacturing instructions, drawings, blueprints and CAD models.
- Effectively diagnose problems and determine effective corrective actions to issues associated with assembly of complex mechanical, optical and electrical components.
- Maintain traceability to various components within a kit during assembly.
- Safely handle sensitive optical components and assemblies (mirrors) without damaging hardware.
- Communicate to various functions on matters of importance to the program including recommending paths forward or design changes to support efficient assembly.
- Improve efficiency by developing solutions to reduce & prevent errors, defects, scrap, and rework.
- Provide insight and feedback to engineers to help develop and improve manufacturing processes and documentation.
- Effectively find and execute new projects during downtime.
Essential Functions:
- Works under limited supervision to set objectives for manufacturing cell.
- Able to work with very small components to complete an assembly.
- Works to achieve operational targets within job area, including schedule and cost.
- Influence decision making with respect to projects assigned.
- Read, understand, and follow build documentation to complete tasks in accordance with program and company requirements.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience. Two years post-Secondary/Associate's Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Familiarity with Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Experience with 5S.
- Good computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Ability to read drawings and/or schematics per industry specifications.
- Strong hands-on and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Familiarity with a variety of hand and test tools/equipment, including torque wrenches and multimeters.
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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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.
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