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Lead, Responsible Engineer Authority

Camden, Arkansas
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

L3Harris is looking for experienced Lead, Responsible Engineer Authority  for our Production Facility in Camden, AR. The selected candidate(s) will support one or more of the eight available programs. The role of Lead Project Engineer (Responsible Engineer Authority) demands a highly skilled engineer who will represent the engineering Center of Excellence (COE) in evaluating and resolving production program product non-conformances. This individual must possess comprehensive knowledge of all design and performance aspects of their assigned program, enabling them to accurately address non-conforming hardware. Their responsibilities will involve collaboration with a cross-functional team, which includes the assigned Chief Engineer, Project Engineer, Design Engineer, Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, and Product Manager.

Essential Functions:

  • Under general direction, the Lead Project Engineer determines approaches to objectives demonstrating a complete understanding and application of principles, concepts, and practices: 
  • Real time WIP NC prioritization - repair, scrap evaluation / functional coordination.
  • Real time process optimization, Yield improvement support - minimize waste and optimize resource utilization. [TDP Integration, DFMEA / PFMEA Risk management / updates, KC updates / classification, MRL Improvements supporting AOP].
  • Factory specific technical inputs enabling Root Cause and Corrective Action and Sector Systemic Learning.
  • Assist in designing & testing new equipment, processes, procedures and systems.
  • Works on site in Camden supporting critical production programs.
  • Knowledgeable of all design and manufacturing aspects of their assigned program.
  • Technically capable of assessing any and all non-conformances to determine an immediate action (UAI, Rework, Scrap…) in order to keep production moving.
  • Provides Real-time process optimization, Yield improvement support - minimize waste and optimize resource utilization. [TDP Integration, DFMEA / PFMEA Risk management / updates, KC updates / classification, MRL Improvements supporting AOP].
  • Engineering Responsible Authority on root cause and effective corrective actions (RCCA), closely partnered with the Quality organization in determining root cause and effective corrective actions for stated NCs.
  • Manages required engineering analysis support to inform “Design Engineering” dispositions.
  • Knowledgeable of and able to speak to/represent the AR Material Review Board processes.
  • Understands pertinent codes, rules, and regulations related to areas of engineering assignments
  • Use engineering test equipment, CAD, and computer applications with various office and engineering software applications
  • Understands and adheres to Systems Engineering principles in Requirements and Risk & Opportunity management.
  • Familiar with standard engineering tools and practices.
  • Understands theories, principles and practices of engineering and project management methods.
  • Understands rocket propulsion component(s) and theory of operation.
  • Understands safety regulations, principles and practices of work safety.
  • Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant Project Engineering experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related Project Engineering experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related Project Engineering experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Proficient in CAD, GD&T, Analysis or Materials.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
  • Ability to quickly assess complex problems, make decisions, and drive closure.
  • Previous experience working root cause and non-conformances.
  • Previous experience in project, materials, process, manufacturing, and/or integration/test engineering.
  • Previous experience designing & testing new equipment, processes, procedures, and systems.
  • Six-Sigma Certification.

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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