Manager Manufacturing Engineer at L3Harris

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Job Title: Manager, Manufacturing Engineer Job Code: 37185Job Location:Anaheim, CASchedule: 9/80RJob Description:

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads technical teams to optimize production, managing daily operations, lean initiatives, and capital budgets. They oversee process improvements, ensure quality compliance (APQP/PPAP), and bridge the gap between design and production. Makes significant improvements in processes, systems, or products. Establishes short-term operational plans with measurable contribution to function or business area results.

Essential Functions:

• Team Leadership:

Lead, mentor, and evaluate a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians.

• Process Improvement:

Drive, develop, and implement manufacturing processes, tooling, and technologies to improve efficiency.

• Project Management:

Manage a portfolio of projects, including timelines, capital budgets, and resource allocation.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate with quality, supply chain, and design engineering (Design for Manufacturability

• DFM) to ensure seamless production.
• Compliance & Safety:

Ensure adherence to safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies.

• Technical Support:

Provide technical direction and troubleshoot issues in manufacturing/assembly lines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 6+ years of experience in manufacturing, with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (AutoCAD, Creo) and manufacturing software (PDM, MES).

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California is $116,500- $216,500. 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.

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