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Fabrication C – (Sheetmetal Tech) 3rd Shift)

Norfolk, Virginia
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

L3Harris is seeking an experienced CNC Laser and Press Brake Operator/Fabricator to join our Norfolk VA team on 3rd shift.  The Press Brake operator will have expertise in sheet metal fabrication and mechanical assembly.

Essential Functions:

  • Program, set up, and operate CNC press brake and laser equipment
  • Proficiently interpret drawings and work packages while maintaining attention to detail and understanding precision tolerances. Measure precision parts using calibrated instruments.
  • Fabricate new parts or repair existing ones as needed in manufacturing processes
  • and related machine tooling
  • Troubleshoot minor programming and mechanical issues as needed
  • Operate manual machines such as lathes, mills, drills and machinist hand tools.
  • Measure precision parts using calibrated instruments.
  • Understand and operate conversational milling machines and Acu-Rite digital readouts.
  • Work with various materials to produce high-quality products that meet drawing specifications.
  • Plan the sequence of necessary actions to complete a job.

Qualifications: 

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in CNC Press brake/laser operation in a manufacturing setting
  • Skilled in fabricating, fitting, and assembling precision parts per drawings
  • Basic understanding of precision sheet metal, encompassing flat layouts, bend deductions,
  • Ability to work 3rd shift.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Have a proven track record of reliability, responsibility, safety, and solid organizational skills.
  • Strong communication and teaming skills.
  • Proficient in installing threaded inserts and various hardware components into parts
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Willingness to work in a fast-paced production environment

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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.

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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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