Associate Manufacturing Engineer

About This Role

L3Harris Technologies is hiring Associate Manufacturing Engineers to support production of electronic warfare systems, night vision devices, communication equipment, and space sensors for the US Department of Defense. You will work on manufacturing processes for some of the most technologically advanced defense electronics produced in the United States.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Associate Manufacturing Engineer
• Company: L3Harris Technologies
• Location: Greenville, TX / Mason, OH / Palm Bay, FL / Lynchburg, VA / Rochester, NY
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Entry-level (0–2 years)
• Salary Range: $28–$39/hr
• Posted Date: 2026-05-25
• Application Deadline: 2026-06-25

Role Context

L3Harris operates multiple specialized manufacturing sites across the US, each focused on a specific defense electronics domain. Greenville, TX is a center for electronic warfare pod manufacturing; Palm Bay, FL focuses on space payloads and communication systems; Rochester, NY produces night vision and reconnaissance systems. Associate Manufacturing Engineers are embedded in product teams of 8–20 people, gaining rapid exposure to advanced manufacturing techniques including precision optics assembly, RF electronics, and high-reliability solder processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain manufacturing process instructions for defense electronics assemblies
• Support printed circuit board assembly (PCBA), RF module, and electro-optical system manufacturing
• Perform yield analysis and drive defect reduction through root cause investigation
• Create and maintain PFMEAs and control plans in compliance with IPC and MIL-PRF standards
• Coordinate new product introduction from engineering prototype to production baseline
• Collaborate with test engineers to define and optimize functional test strategies
• Support program milestone reviews and present manufacturing readiness status

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics
• Interest in electronics manufacturing, precision assembly, or electro-optical systems
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 solder and assembly standards is a bonus
• Basic understanding of RF, optics, or sensor technology is helpful for specific sites
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in documentation
• US citizenship required; must be eligible to obtain a Secret or TS/SCI security clearance depending on site

Benefits & Work Conditions

• $28–$39/hr with L3Harris annual performance bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from hire date
• 401(k) with company match and L3Harris stock purchase plan
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• L3Harris-funded professional development, certifications, and tuition reimbursement

Who Should Apply

This role suits engineering graduates who are passionate about electronics manufacturing, precision assembly, and defense technology. L3Harris is a highly focused defense electronics company — engineers here develop deep expertise in a niche that is highly valued in the defense industrial base. Strong fit for candidates interested in EW, space systems, or advanced communications manufacturing.

About the Company

L3Harris Technologies is a defense technology company formed by the 2019 merger of L3 Technologies and Harris Corporation. With $21 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, it is the sixth-largest US defense contractor. Its manufacturing sites specialize in high-reliability electronics for the most demanding operational environments in the world.

How to Apply

Apply at careers.l3harris.com. Search "Associate Manufacturing Engineer" or "Manufacturing Engineer I" and filter by your preferred site location. The process includes an online application, a technical phone screen with the hiring team, and 1–2 rounds of panel interviews at the site or virtually.