L3 Harris Aerojet Rocketdyne is looking for a Process Engineer Specialist for our Orlando, FL location.

The main function of the Process Engineering role is to establish and maintain manufacturing processes to produce launch vehicles and related hardware to design engineering and customer requirements within the Quality Management System framework.

The successful candidate will have a knowledge base of all, or a combination of, circuit boards, electrical wiring, metal fabrication and aerospace related assembly and integration processes. The work of the Process Engineer role substantially involves hands-on interaction and collaboration with Production Operations, Production Control, Quality Assurance, and Design Engineering.

L3Harris Aerojet Rocketdyne produces complex single, two, and three stage launch vehicles used to support ballistic missile defense testing.

This current opening may be filled at this level as posted or at one level higher depending on qualifications.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

Aerojet Rocketdyne's Coleman Aerospace has been part of the Orlando community for 30+ years, developing complex, advanced targets used to test the systems that protect our warfighters, our nation and our allies. Learn more about Aerojet Rocketdyne Coleman Aerospace: https://www.rocket.com/defense/targets-decoys

You're not just "doing a job" at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company. The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.

Trusted - We didn't apply for this honor, but Aerojet Rocketdyne is proud to be recognized as one of America's Most Trusted Aerospace & Defense Companies by Newsweek / Statista two years in a row!
• Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation's aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | L3Harris
• Rest and Relaxation- Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 schedule providing longer weekends. Paid holidays including one-week year-end paid holiday shutdown
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more? Check out: Benefits | L3Harris
• Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development - Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
• Employee Resource Groups - Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs
• Great Location - Based in Central Florida, our campus boasts year-round near-perfect weather. We are located 15 minutes south of downtown Orlando, a one hour drive from Cocoa Beach, just 15 minutes away from Disney and 5 minutes away from Universal Studios. With the many thousands of restaurants, dozens of golf courses, and numerous other attractions we are a prime location for your future workplace.

This role is generally responsible for Process Engineering activities of development and production Programs by applying engineering and quality procedures to support hardware requirements to assure that delivered products conform to contractual and company requirements. Working under limited general direction, performs the following:

50% - Production Operations Support

• Observe and monitor the status of Work-In-Process (WIP) periodically each work day in each work area.
• Respond to urgent and important production events in a timely manner including non-conformances, in-process approvals, and Process Plan corrections or updates.
• Provide clarification and training to Technicians and inspectors to accomplish pertinent processes.

25% - Production Operations Work Instructions

• Generate new Process Plans for new processes and products to include fabrication experiments or pilots.
• Update Process Plans to permanently include WIP corrections or updates and incorporate Design Engineering changes.

25% - Design Engineering Support

• Review and provide feedback on new product designs from a Process Engineering perspective.
• Review and provide feedback on Design Engineering Changes from a Process Engineering perspective.
• Coordinate initiation of Design Engineering Changes based on issues encountered in Production.

Requires a Bachelor's of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and 9 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Requires U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency or other status as a U.S. Person. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge base of some or all of the following: circuit boards, electrical wiring, metal fabrication and/or aerospace related assembly and integration processes.
• General engineering background and knowledge of quality engineering principles.
• Ability to be self-directed for most daily activities.
• Analytical and problem solving skills to interpret and evaluate data and processes.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints technical drawings, and specifications.
• Ability to operate effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to apply and interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Ability to use a variety of measuring and test equipment.
• Knowledge of design practices.
• Ability to use various computer systems to produce spreadsheets, reports, and data analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Lean Six Sigma experience.
• AS9100 QMS experience.
• Experience working on hardware in a Government contract environment.
• Circuit Board assembly experience.
• Cable/harness fabrication experience.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit or stand and maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require occasional walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.