Senior Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer, Automation

L3Harris

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Huntsville, AL
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L3Harris Technologies is a US aerospace and defense technology company providing space and airborne systems, communications, electronic warfare, and missile propulsion solutions for government and commercial customers.

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TL;DR · Senior Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer, Automation

Senior Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer- Automation joins the Advanced Operations Technology organization to support engineering and production operations focused on the automated equipment lifecycle for solid rocket motor manufacturing. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, draft technical requirements, and implement automation solutions that enhance manufacturing capability, safety, and efficiency. The successful candidate will manage projects from development through testing and transition to production while performing root cause analysis and creating process documentation. Key technical skills include experience with robotic cells, vision systems, motion control, and automated spray solutions. Candidates should possess expertise in programming Fanuc robotics, Allen-Bradley PLCs, and Inductive Automation IGNITION, as well as the ability to read electrical design schematics. The role addresses manufacturing modernization by optimizing throughput and cycle times through advanced automation technology integration.

What you'll do

  • Design and implement manufacturing technologies to optimize throughput and improve operational cycle times.
  • Troubleshoot and maintain custom automation systems and robotics.
  • Analyze production processes to identify areas for improvement and recommend cost-reducing solutions.
  • Conduct root cause analysis to resolve production issues in coordination with quality assurance teams.
  • Manage the full lifecycle of automation projects, including requirement gathering, supplier coordination, and testing.
  • Provide technical support for new product development to ensure manufacturability and scalability.
  • Create and maintain process documentation, including flow charts and standard operating procedures.
  • Monitor and report on process performance data to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree and 6 years of automation/manufacturing engineering experience, or a graduate degree and 4 years of experience.
  • 10 years of automation/manufacturing engineering experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
  • Degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace, chemical, or related engineering discipline (preferred).
  • Knowledge of automation systems design involving robotic cells, vision systems, motion control, or testing solutions (preferred).
  • Experience programming and sustaining control systems including PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs (preferred).
  • Experience with Fanuc robotics, Allen-Bradley PLCs, and Inductive Automation IGNITION (preferred).
  • U.S. citizens.

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