Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Job Code: MFM5

Job Location: Northampton, MA 01053

Job Schedule: FT Regular

Job Description:

L3Harris’ Maritime Imaging Business is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers across a variety of Maritime Imaging Programs. In this role the Manufacturing Engineering Manager directs production and development manufacturing engineering resources to optimize manufacturing & assembly processes, reduce costs, and improve quality. This role requires a blend of advanced technical precision with strict defense industry compliance frameworks. The position bridges the gap between R&D, New Product Introduction (NPI), and high-reliability, classified production lines. 

Essential Functions 

• Hire, mentor, and direct a high-performing team of manufacturing, optical, and process engineers. Establish performance metrics to align engineering activities with strict program delivery schedules.
• Oversee the development and optimization of precision manufacturing processes, including optical alignment, electro-mechanical assembly and advanced testing processes.

• Partner with R&D and Design Engineering to contribute toward Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) for optoelectronic systems. Own the Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and control plans.
• Contribute to and direct team to drive phase gate process closure from Program Kickoff through Production Readiness Review.
• Enforce exact compliance with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations), EAR, and security guidelines. Ensure the production line adheres to ISO 9001 standards for microelectronics and high-reliability defense systems.
• Collaborate with site leadership to evaluate, cost-justify, and source specialized capital equipment needed to meet forecasted demand. Manage capital equipment upgrades, automation projects, and facility layout changes from concept to implementation.
• Partner with New Product Development (NPI) to ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes meet regulatory compliance, industry standards (e.g., ISO, AS9100), and strict safety protocols.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma) to eliminate waste, optimize workflows, and improve throughput. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 9 years prior related experience or Graduate Degree with minimum 7 years of prior related experience.
• 3+ years directly managing engineering personnel in an aerospace, defense, or highly technical product manufacturing / assembly environment.
• Ability to obtain Secret Clearance.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement and root cause corrective action methodologies.
• ERP experience to include master data management within ERP system. SAP 4 Hana preferred.
• Knowledge of Program Lifecycle Management and related Manufacturing Readiness Level concepts.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $116,500-216,500. 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 health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, 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.