L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 50,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Description:

The Associate Manager, Operations Management will oversee the manufacturing of custom electronics and/or electronic systems from engineering requirements to production and delivery of end item to customer.  

The candidate will work closely with multiple teams to ensure manufacturing milestones are achieved within budget while adhering to master plans and schedules to maximize customer satisfaction.  The candidate will interface, develop relationships and work closely with manufacturing leadership, production planning, the program management office, engineering and procurement, PMO and functional organizations to resolve production issues and facilitate on-time delivery.  The candidate will utilize production planning processes, provide supervision and managerial support, and utilize the following to complete all assignments:

Earned Value ManagementTechnical / Electronic Manufacturing operations managementWorkflow and Material Scheduling

The ideal candidate will make moderate to substantial improvements in manufacturing processes and establish short-term operational plans to deliver measurable contributions to functional and business area results.This role communicates with parties within and outside of the organization to include customers or vendors. The successful candidate will communicate within the organization to explain current status, future expectations. This role will lead and direct the work of the production team comprised of manufacturing/assembly professionals who are Unionized. Provides input on hiring, firing, promotion, performance and/or compensation decisions for own organization.

Qualifications:

BS in Engineering / Computer Science or BA/BS in Business Administration with electronic manufacturing experience or AS in relevant field with six (6) years relevant work experience managing projects in a manufacturing environment.In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience in a manufacturing environment.Proven ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.  Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.Proven leadership and management capabilityU.S. Citizenship required. Ability to attain and maintain a security clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Experience leading in a Unionized environmentA background in 5S, Safety at Work and process improvementsExperience in project management within a production environmentTwo years or more of working experience with earned value management (EVM) systems.Demonstrated knowledge of computer-based project management tools associated with scheduling and cost monitoringWorking experience using 3D models in a production environmentUnderstanding of the manufacturing practices of electronic componentsWorking knowledge of MS Office products such as Project, Excel, Word and PowerPointFamiliarity with SAP

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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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.

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