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Job Title: Senior Specialist, Additive Manufacturing Engineer

Job Code: 17703

Job Location: Canoga Park, CA

Job Schedule: 9/80 – 9 hours Monday – Thursday, 8 hours every other Friday

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Specialist, Additive Manufacturing Engineer to join our facility in Canoga Park, CA (Los Angeles area).

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:

40% - Manufacturing/Process Engineering

Improve production rates through continuous process improvementImplement advanced process controls in AM to reduce variationEvaluate and implement safety improvements for the Additive Manufacturing process and material handlingSupport digital manufacturing and data analytics for predictive maintenanceImplement industrial manufacturing best practices for a visual workplaceWork with the factory to implement improvements for post processing of printed hardware, including designing/developing tooling and fixturingGenerating work instructions for printing and post-processing of various 3D printed component

40% - Design Engineering

Review part drawings to identify critical features, improvements for additive manufacturingRefine CAD data for design of manufacturingDesign supports, and generate build files for printing

20% - Project Management

Create & maintain a project scheduleLead or participate in implementation of production cell for the printing and post processing of hardware.Manage facility upgrades that will help to burn down risks and drive process improvementsWork with subject matter experts across the enterprise to help drive continuous improvement activitiesMonitor supplier activities and work with Purchasing on the acquisition of capital itemsEvaluation of proposed parts for the Additive processGenerate base timing, costs, and schedulingGenerate quotes

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Minimum of 2 years of experience with metal additive manufacturing (EOS, GE Concept Laser, SLM Solutions, Laser Powder Bed)Exceptional written and oral communication skills to include report writing, requirements derivation, and documentation, as well as design review presentations

Addional Preferences:

Experience with CAD design Software SolidWorks and/or Creo, Experience with additive software EOS Print and Materialise MagicsExperience with additive simulation softwareWorking knowledge of inspection methods, including X-Ray, CT, Structured LightExperience with root cause analysis, quality management systems, Microsoft Office Suite, GOM, machine maintenance, flight hardware, working with NASA/GOV, GD&TWorking knowledge of Heat Transfer and Thermal Dynamics with a focus on Additive ManufacturingWorking knowledge of Laser Welding theory, concepts, and or applications with a focus on Additive ManufacturingActive DoD Secret ClearanceWorking experience in utilizing Big Data & Industry 4.0 techniques and conceptsExperience with automation in manufacturing work environmentsDesire to work with a team, developing each other’s skillsets and furthering one another’s knowledge Desire to educate others on AM technologies and capabilities

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in CA is $92,500.00- $171,500.00. 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.

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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