Sr Analyst, MES Solutions Architect

Job Title: Sr Analyst MES Solutions Architect

Job Code: 37817

Job Location: Melbourne FL; Rochester NY; Salt Lake City UT

Job Schedule:9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days totaling 80 hours worked and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented MES Solutions Architect to lead the functional architecture optimization and support of our multi-platform Manufacturing Execution System (MES) landscape. The role supports Aegis FactoryLogix (FLx) Eyelit MES iBase-t Solumina and the custom Zeus web application across multiple manufacturing sites. This position serves as the key bridge between manufacturing operations other company sites and IT focusing on process excellence system standardization low-code configuration and seamless integration with ERP/PLM systems. The successful candidate will provide both strategic architectural guidance and hands-on functional support including dedicated support in restricted/closed secure manufacturing areas.

Essential Functions:

• MES Architecture & Standardization: Design optimize and govern functional architecture across the heterogeneous MES portfolio (FactoryLogix Eyelit Solumina and Zeus) to ensure consistency scalability and best-practice alignment.
• Process Optimization & Solution Design: Analyze manufacturing processes identify inefficiencies and architect enhancements in MES functionality related to production tracking quality management advanced planning & scheduling (APS) WIP visibility and real-time data flow.
• Multi-Site Implementation & Rollout: Lead or support multi-site MES standardization initiatives best-practice sharing and new deployments (with specific focus on iBase-t Solumina implementations in closed secure areas).
• Integration & IT Collaboration: Partner with IT to define integration requirements with ERP and PLM systems coordinate system updates testing and enhancements while ensuring business requirements are accurately translated into technical solutions.
• Secure Area Support: Provide dedicated MES support in restricted/closed secure manufacturing areas including compliance with security protocols access management and ensuring system availability in controlled environments. To support/assist in the iBase-t Solumina MES deployments in the closed areas.
• Functional Support & User Enablement: Act as the primary functional expert and point of contact for end-users; provide advanced training troubleshooting and guidance on MES workflows and capabilities.
• Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement: Develop and analyze key performance reports (throughput WIP quality metrics) to drive root-cause analysis performance monitoring and digital transformation initiatives.
• Change Management & Documentation: Lead change-management activities for new MES functionality configurations and process changes; author and maintain detailed functional specifications process flows test scenarios and user-acceptance documentation.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure all MES solutions meet regulatory quality security and traceability requirements in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Build strong relationships with internal manufacturing teams cross-functional partners and external vendors to align MES solutions with evolving business needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related lieu of a degree minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• 3 years of experience as a Business Analyst MES Analyst or in a similar functional support role in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with at least two of the following platforms (or comparable MES systems): Aegis FactoryLogix Eyelit MES iBase-t Solumina. Experience with custom web-based MES applications is a plus.
• Background in semiconductor electronics aerospace or similar regulated manufacturing industries is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with interfacing MES to ERP and PLM applications.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex business requirements and translate them into effective manufacturing execution solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes shop floor operations and MES functionalities (process definition APS WIP tracking quality management).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel Visio) and familiarity with reporting tools.
• Detail-oriented with project management and documentation skills.
• Willingness to learn new Eyelit FLx Solumina and Zeus features and adapt to evolving manufacturing technologies.
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to present complex topics to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Passion for continuous improvement and digital transformation in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile Waterfall).

In compliance with pay transparency requirements the salary range for this role in California Massachusetts New Jersey Washington and the Greater D.C Denver or NYC areas is $96000-$178000. The salary range for this role in Colorado state Hawaii Illinois Maryland Minnesota New York state and Vermont is $84000-$156000. 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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