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Senior Associate, Manufacturing Engineering

Camden, Arkansas
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

We are seeking a Sr. Associate, Manufacturing Engineer with a foundation understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) to join our team. The candidate will be responsible for implementing and standardizing SPC across multiple programs and departments in our manufacturing facility. They will need to develop PowerBI Dashboards, PowerApps, & PowerAutomate flows that will assist in monitoring, analyzing, and providing professional recommendations to improve our manufacturing processes that will ensure product quality and process efficiency. Work is guided by individual annual goals and objectives with minimal oversight or direction. Frequently responsible for providing guidance, coaching and training to other employees across the Company within area of expertise. Actively participates with engineering project teams in order to coordinate the release of new products. 

Essential Functions:

  • Foundational knowledge in implementing SPC Methodologies.
  • Monitors and analyzes current manufacturing processes using PowerBI or PowerApps to capture variations, identify trends, and show possible areas for improvement.
  • Develop and coordinate implementation of new manufacturing strategies for specific products and processes with program engineers.
  • Capable of representing an organization as a technical contact and interact with program teams and leadership.
  • Manages large, complex project initiatives of strategic importance to the organization with minimal oversight or direction.
  • Effectively communicates with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, and other considerations to facilitate and improve production processes.
  • Provides input into new products/processes or tools and implements operational plans that have measurable impact on business or functional results.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related engineering experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related engineering experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related engineering experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Experience in statistical software and tools (e.g., PowerBI, PowerApps, Minitab, JMP, Induction Automation or similar).
  • Knowledge of MRP systems.
  • Knowledge of MES/Electronic Work Instruction Platforms.
  • Knowledge and application of continuous improvement philosophy, methodology, and tools.
  • Technical problem solving and RCCA process.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills to successfully engage in multiple programs simultaneously over an extended period of time.
  • Experience working with MS Office – (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) & Minitab Statistical Software.
  • Microsoft Power Tools Experience, such as but not limited to PowerBI, PowerApps, Microsoft Lists, and Power Automate.
  • Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings with proper application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Familiarity with Titan Enterprise systems and Palantir for Data extraction.
  • Familiarity with Delmia Manufacturing Execution System, Maestro MRP systems, PLM systems such as Windchill and Creo 3D Modeling Programs.

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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