L3Harris Technologies · 1 day ago
Associate Manager, Manufacturing Engineering
L3Harris Technologies is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent in the defense industry. The Associate Manager, Manufacturing Engineering will lead and manage a team of Manufacturing Engineers, ensuring quality and continuous improvement in the manufacturing processes for advanced aerospace hardware.
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Responsibilities
Guide the team during investigations into nonconforming hardware and hold engineers accountable for implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences
Manage large, complex project initiatives of strategic importance to the organization
Prepare and oversee budgets for the group
Manage team of Manufacturing Engineers in training, problem solving, and projects
Mentor, coach, and develop Manufacturing Engineers to improve performance
Establish productivity and development goals in support of each engineer’s Individual Development Plan (IDP)
Seek out new systems, concepts, or technologies for implementation at AMF South
Lead the team in process / work instruction reviews to ensure first-time-quality is achieved when processes transition to production
Champion the implementation and continuous utilization of PFMEAs
Ensure the ME team maintains a safety-first culture through leading by example
Occasional off-shift and weekend work required to support manufacturing schedules
Up to 5% business travel to support suppliers or other manufacturing sites, however, at times of high demand, more travel may be necessary
Ability to obtain US Security Clearance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant engineering experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related engineering experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related engineering experience
2+ years people leadership experience
Ability to obtain US Security Clearance
Preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with other departments and management levels
Ability to troubleshoot and think critically to determine solutions to complex manufacturing problems
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
Lean Six Sigma certification and working experience
Ability to collaborate with other functional leaders and individual contributors
Ability to effectively handle disagreements and help teams find consensus
Ability to motivate and engage personnel in a productive manner
Firsthand experience onboarding new product lines
Knowledge of composite materials, including the behavior of different fibers (carbon, glass, aramid) and resin systems
Knowledge of operation of robots, presses, ovens, winders, CNC machines, cutting tables and/or autoclaves
Strong GD&T background supporting part validation
Adaptable to a changing work environment
Company
L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies provides platform management system solutions for armed forces.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.25B2024-03-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
1978-01-13IPO
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