Job Title: Associate Manager, Operations Management

Job Code: 17795

Job Location: Ashburn, Virginia

Schedule: 9/80 Regular

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.

About L3Harris Technologies:

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 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Description:

The Agile Development Group in Ashburn, VA is looking for an Associate Manager within the Manufacturing Department that will manage the Composites Manufacturing and CNC Tool Maker teams within the department. These teams support the manufacturing of next-generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV).

In this role, the Associate Manager will plan and establish operational objectives for their team; lead, direct and review the work of direct reports to maintain workflow and productivity; and ensure weekly, monthly and/or annual objectives are achieved. This position provides input for hiring, firing, promotion, performance and/or compensation decisions for his/her direct reports. Strong communication skills are required in order to work with parties inside and outside of the department to explain and interpret policies and procedures, and to make improvements to processes. This position requires a practical knowledge in leading/managing projects, processes, and employees and it requires a strong knowledge in Machining and Composites Manufacturing.

Essential Functions: 

• Manage the Composites Manufacturing and Machining/Tool Maker staff as well as the associated facilities and equipment. This includes activities such as: scheduling, task delegation, timesheet approval, Mid-year and Annual reviews, Career development, and Manpower analysis and staffing.
• Identification, planning, and coordination of Capital Equipment.
• Accountable for AS9100 compliance for the composites and machining areas.
• Support the management and audits of 5S, FOD, and Tool Control for the composites and machining areas on the shop floor.
• Support manufacturing efficiency targets and on-time delivery goals thru personnel accountability, training, planning and improvement efforts.
• Manage overhead spending budgets for the group and ordering of shop supplies and tooling.
• Promote new manufacturing process, techniques, and materials.
• Identify, lead, and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Provide technical input on DFM for composites, 3DP, and machined parts.
• Works with PM, IPT leads, and/or CAMs to provide ROMs / labor estimates.

Qualifications:

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum 6 years prior relevant experience or Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD clearance and additional clearances as required.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Active Secret clearance is desired but not required.
• Experience working in an environment that implements lean practices and ESD controls.
• Aerospace or Defense Manufacturing Industry experience.
• Knowledge of materials, processes, and/or technical knowledge required for Composites Manufacturing, Machining, and/or 3D printing.
• Prior Composite Manufacturing Management and/or Machine Shop Management experience.
• Experience working with IRAD, R&D, and Production of Unmanned Vehicles.
• Experience with WindChill PLM, Agile, MRP, and/or FactoryLogix MES.
• Experience with Mazak MAZATROL or Mastercam.
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.