Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer
L3Harris TechnologiesRole Overview
L3Harris Technologies is hiring a mid-level Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer. This is a full-time role in Spotsylvania Courthouse. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
L3Harris Technologies is seeking an Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer at the Aerojet Rocketdyne Segment’s Orange, VA site.
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Our site is near Culpeper, VA , in beautiful, rural Orange County (1.5 hours from Washington, DC)! This site is our center of excellence for Solid Rocket Motor Propulsion and Energetics development as well as high-complexity production programs.
Working under general supervision and mentors, the Sr.
Associate Manufacturing Engineer performs manufacturing engineering assignments that require foundational knowledge and understanding of core principles, theories, and concepts in the field.
Essential Functions: Working under the direction of more senior Manufacturing Engineering staff, and with guidance/support of other Engineering disciplines, support: modernization/automation of processes, tooling improvements, defect identification and resolution, and continuous improvement.
This includes creating and maintaining detailed manufacturing documentation such as: process hazards/job safety analyses, process flow diagrams and control plans, equipment requirements, process failure modes/effects analyses, MBOMs, routings, process instructions, and work procedures.
Assist in preparing for and participate in process, tooling, and safety reviews.
Participate in design reviews and the review of applicable drawings (both product and tooling).
Interface with internal/external customers and vendors.
Develop and provide training/guidance to shop floor personnel related to implementation and operation of tooling, equipment, and processes.
Monitor and review established solid rocket motor manufacturing activities for compliance (Safety and Quality) and assist in analysis/development of solutions to specific manufacturing problems utilizing manufacturing engineering tools/techniques and a systematic approach to identify root causes.
Implement process improvements to increase operating efficiency.
Demonstrate problem solving to address product non-conformance issues and reduce/minimize defects.
Travel up to 10% of time.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior manufacturing engineering experience.
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior manufacturing engineering experience.
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior manufacturing engineering experience.
Preferred Additional Skills: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Chemical Engineering, or similar major is perferred.
Demonstrated ability in manufacturing and the ability to interpret end item drawings and specifications/requirements.
Strong problem solving and written/verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and statistical process control tools.
Prior success in a cross functional environment.
LI-SS3 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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Where is the Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer position at L3Harris Technologies located?
This position is based in Spotsylvania Courthouse. L3Harris Technologies has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer at L3Harris Technologies earn?
L3Harris Technologies has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer role at L3Harris Technologies posted?
This role was posted on April 3, 2026 (66 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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