Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Job Code: MFM5

Job Location: Northampton MA 01053

Job Schedule: FT Regular

Job Description:

L3Harris Maritime Imaging Business is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers across a variety of Maritime Imaging this role the Manufacturing Engineering Manager directs production and development manufacturing engineering resources to optimize manufacturing & assembly processes reduce costs and improve quality. This role requires a blend of advanced technical precision with strict defense industry compliance frameworks. The position bridges the gap between R&D New Product Introduction (NPI) and high-reliability classified production lines.

Essential Functions

• Hire mentor and direct a high-performing team of manufacturing optical and process engineers. Establish performance metrics to align engineering activities with strict program delivery schedules.
• Oversee the development and optimization of precision manufacturing processes including optical alignment electro-mechanical assembly and advanced testing processes.

• Partner with R&D and Design Engineering to contribute toward Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) for optoelectronic systems. Own the Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and control plans.
• Contribute to and direct team to drive phase gate process closure from Program Kickoff through Production Readiness Review.
• Enforce exact compliance with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) EAR and security guidelines. Ensure the production line adheres to ISO 9001 standards for microelectronics and high-reliability defense systems.
• Collaborate with site leadership to evaluate cost-justify and source specialized capital equipment needed to meet forecasted demand. Manage capital equipment upgrades automation projects and facility layout changes from concept to implementation.
• Partner with New Product Development (NPI) to ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and collaborate with Quality Supply Chain and Operations.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes meet regulatory compliance industry standards (e.g. ISO AS9100) and strict safety protocols.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (e.g. Lean manufacturing Six Sigma) to eliminate waste optimize workflows and improve throughput.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree with minimum 9 years prior related experience or Graduate Degree with minimum 7 years of prior related experience.
• 3 years directly managing engineering personnel in an aerospace defense or highly technical product manufacturing / assembly environment.
• Ability to obtain Secret Clearance.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement and root cause corrective action methodologies.
• ERP experience to include master data management within ERP system. SAP 4 Hana preferred.
• Knowledge of Program Lifecycle Management and related Manufacturing Readiness Level concepts.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements the salary range for this role is $00. 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.