Job Title: Process Engineer - Assembly and Thermal Processing
Job Code: 6917
Job Location: Canoga Park, CA
Job Schedule: 9/80
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced operations focused Process Engineer for our large combustion devices and nozzle assembly integration assembly and thermal processing area.
This position supports tube stacking of rocket engine nozzles, assembly processes in an environmentally controlled room, application of braze foiling, thermal processing operations, fit-up of tubes, chambers, throats, rings, and other metal fitting and fabrication processes. This position is at our Space Systems headquarters in Canoga Park, CA.
Enjoy work/life balance at our Canoga Park, CA (Los Angeles area) site. At this facility, we design & manufacture rocket engines and unique power systems that support space exploration & the defense of our nation such as NASA’s SLS, Lockheed Martin’s THAAD, Sierra Nevada’s Dream Chaser, and the Mars Perseverance Rover.
Essential Functions:
Develop, document, and implement fabrication and assembly practices for rocket engine component assembly. Develop and document best practices to support production. Work closely with management, the bargaining unit work force, and engineering to solve on the shop floor assembly and fabrication issues.
Write work instructions to clearly communicate process steps to skilled hourly mechanics and inspectors. Lead cross-functional team members to interpret hardware processing requirements. Coordinate technical support to ensure processes meet or exceed drawing and specification requirements. Maintaining tooling and work center readiness (calibration and preventative maintenance plans). Lead cross-functional team members to interpret hardware processing requirements. Coach and mentor mechanics to ensure processes and instructions are understood
Develop strategies and implement actions to achieve quality, cost, and performance improvement goals. Assist in analysis and development of solutions to specific manufacturing problems utilizing manufacturing engineering techniques and data analyzes: such as specification of tooling and organization of work flow, prepare process flow diagrams, lead Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (PFMEA), RRCA, process hazards analysis, job safety analysis and use systematic approach and tools to identify root causes and problem solving. Accurately report problems, solutions, and results, in concise written and oral communications. Use Lean manufacturing tools and techniques to continuously improve processes. Leading relentless root cause analysis investigations while striving for mistake-proof Level 1 corrective and preventive actions.
Identifying, reporting, and eliminating unsafe acts & unsafe conditions within the work centers.
Qualifications:
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related engineering/technical discipline and five (5) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Additional Skills:
Successful candidates will have direct shop floor level experience in fabrication and or assembly of aerospace components.
Must have a demonstrated ability to organize and complete projects, objectives, and tasks.
Experience working in clean rooms and managing FOD elimination/FOD controls is preferred.
Working knowledge or experience with heat treating, brazing, annealing, stress relieving, and HIP bonding aerospace components and materials is preferred.
Experience and an understanding of atmospheric furnaces and vacuum furnaces is preferred.
Must be capable of working with a diverse team and collaborating in a cross-functional organization to deliver results.
The ability to adapt in a dynamically changing environment.
Must be proficient with utilizing Microsoft Office software suite.
Experience with cryogenic operations and experience with resistance welding preferred.
Experience working in a bargaining unit environment is also desired.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $92,500- $171,500. 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.
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.