Basic Qualifications:

Education - BS Degree (EE, ME, Optics) or other related discipline, or equivalent training/experience. BS Degree in Optics or Electo-Optics or other related discipline, or equivalent training/experience preferred. MS degree preferred.Experience - 8 years’ experience in the manufacturing of complex electro-mechanical and/or electro-optical products and/or critical components. Knowledge of Optical Metrology (Interferometers, image quality metrics, alignment and test techniques, Labview, etc.)Demonstrated ability to provide hands-on optical and/or electro-optical process engineering support to development, production and repair programs with minimal management instruction and supervision.Acknowledged technical leader and technical expert with demonstrated ability to mentor others in the performance of job responsibilities.Must be a US Citizen as defined by NIPSOM and be able to obtain and maintain at a minimum an Active SECRET / T3 security clearance, previous access to TOP SECRET SCI and SAP programs is preferablePre-employment federal level drug screening and background checks are standardE-Verify employer

Competencies/Skills/Experience:

Experienced with optical manufacturing processes and techniques such as tolerancing, diamond turning, grinding, polishing and coatings.Experienced with optical and electro-optical assembly processes and techniques such as fixturing, alignment, centering, staking, bonding, performance testing, handling, and cleaning of optical elements and assemblies.Experience with set-up, maintenance and troubleshooting of optical alignment, centering and test equipment such as collimators, interferometers and laser alignment stations.Experienced with shop floor control activities including training, procedure and router development and maintenance required to appropriately control optical and electro-optical assembly process.Experience with the outsourcing manufacturing operations including procurement through final system test and delivery.Able to understand and apply optical testing principles Knowledge of color science, NTSC, Digital, PAL standards, and resolution sensitivity measurements considered an asset Experience in geometrical optics imaging, radiometry and CCD/CMOS/Thermal Imagers Able to read and understand optical, electo-optical, mechanical and electrical drawings Knowledge of Optical Metrology (Interferometers, image quality metrics, alignment and test techniques, Labview, etc.)Technical background in design, production and/or customer service.Proficiency in MS Office and MS Excel. MS Project and Visio proficiency preferred.Knowledge of CAD systems and Manufacturing ERP systems strongly desired.Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.Experience with DFX (Design for Manufacturability, Cost, Process Variation)Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills. The ability to interface well at multiple levels within L3Harris.Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.Ability to make complex decisions with sparse data while adhering to established on-time delivery commitments.Requires solid influencing skills, particularly where there is no reporting relationship, as in the transition of designs from Engineering to Manufacturing.Ability to work seamlessly across a broad range of functions, including Business Development, Engineering, Senior Management, customers and suppliers. Well organized and able to handle multiple priorities and tasks with minimal supervision.Highly analytical; able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.Identifies and solves problems in multiple areas of expertise.Demonstrates reliable, valuable and fully competent performance.Demonstrates an ability to reliably produce more than expected with superior quality.

ADA Requirements:

Some repetitive motion activities.Visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information.Able to sit at and use a computer for extended periods of time.May need to lift/move up to 50 lbs with assistance.Willing and able to work extended hours when necessary.Willing and able to periodically travel domestically and internationally.Typical office environmentDefense/Aerospace level shop floor environmentMixed level customer/vendor environment ranging from clean rooms to PWA fabrication to machine shop manufacturing.

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.