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Manufacturing Technician B

Ashburn, Virginia
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

As a Manufacturing Technician, you will work in a dynamic, fast paced production and R&D environment with a focus on quality and attention to detail. The Manufacturing Technician will fabricate components and assemblies for various unmanned aerospace applications. Fabrication methods include composite layups, composite trimming, part finishing, painting, bonding, electro-mechanical assembly, and other processes as required.


In this role, you will be a part of the Agile Development Group which is a division that specializes in developing disruptive, next-generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV), advanced radar systems, next-generation weapon systems, and other RF sensor technologies using small company agility and big company experience.

Essential Functions:

  • Performs all duties required to assist with the fabrication and integration of parts and assemblies.
  • Construct layups of carbon fiber, fiberglass, and/or Kevlar utilizing various methods such as compression molds, vacuum bagging, and compression bladders.
  • Perform part-fitting operations such as filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming.
  • Use various adhesives (epoxy, RTV, etc.) to bond a variety of materials (composite, metal, or laminate) to parts, components, assemblies, equipment or structures.
  • Perform finishing operations like filling surface voids, sanding, and painting.
  • Perform wide variety of mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly operations on small, precision parts.
  • Recommends updates for existing processes.
  • Monitors and verifies quality of finished product using various measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, etc.).
  • Identifies and corrects conditions that affect employee safety; upholding corporate safety standards.
  • Work in a team setting collaborating with manufacturing, planning and engineering.
  • Moving, pushing, pulling and/or transport 25-50 pounds on a regular basis. Moving, bending, sitting, standing, climbing, and reaching for prolonged periods of time on a regular basis.
  • Ability to seize, grasp, turn, hold, and operate manufacturing tools and equipment.
  • Willingness and ability to work in a manufacturing environment with regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, dust, fumes, chemicals, and loud noises.
  • Willingness and ability to comply with all applicable PPE requirements (respirators, safety glasses, gloves, etc).
  • Ability to obtain a US Secret Security clearance.

Qualifications:

  • Requires a High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 yrs post Secondary/Associates Degree or equivalent with a minimum of 0-2 years of prior relevant experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
  • Excellent people skills to include working in a diverse, and dynamic team environment
  • Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation)
  • Outstanding work ethic and commitment to organizational success
  • Ability to learn and understand drawings, procedures, and/or schedules
  • Ability to accurately complete all required paperwork
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Experience working in an environment that implements lean practices
  • Experience working in an environment that implements ESD and FOD controls
  • Experience in the fabrication and integration of composite materials or experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience in all phases of product design and fabrication ranging from initial R&D to full production
  • Proficiency with various shop equipment including: cutting/grinding tools, composite curing ovens, manual mills and lathes, table saw, band saws, etc.
  • Ability to read and understand drawings, procedures, and/or schedules
  • Knowledge and understanding of product quality processes

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 $47,500.00 - $88,500.00. 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 relocation stipend, 401(k), EAP, 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. 

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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