Job Title: Sr. Associate, Machining Process Engineer

Job ID: 15234

Job Location: Canoga Park, CA

Job Schedule: 9/80, 2nd shift: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

Aerojet Rocketdyne, and L3Harris company, is seeking a Senior Associate, Machining Process Engineer to join our facility in Canoga Park, CA. This individual will perform manufacturing engineering assignments with a focus on machining requiring a wide application of standard principles, theories and concepts in the field, plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare and maintain manufacturing process machining plans, provide training and guidance to shop for personnel related implementation of planning.

• Assist in developing and implementing processing improvements using process variation management/statistical process control tools.

• Lead and investigate non-conformance issues using relentless root cause analysis tools.

• Read and interpret information from planning documents, drawings, tool orders, blueprints, sketches, specifications, engineering orders and quality assurance manuals to determine the methods and sequence of operations necessary to completely fabricate and machine all types and sizes of rocket engine components.

• Assignments may involve supporting theoretical and experimental investigations, and assisting in planning of resources to support production requirements.

• Working under the direction of more senior Manufacturing Engineering staff, and with guidance from Design Engineering, Quality Engineering and Environmental Health and Safety representatives assist in the preparation and maintenance of detailed safe process instructions by following established manufacturing and SH&E procedures. Perform technical supervision and troubleshooting of complex operations involved in the manufacture of machined details for Liquid Rockets

• Review established rocket motor machining process instructions, monitor machining activities for compliance with established safe process instructions. Originate, prepare, and maintain detailed documentation (Standard Operating Procedures) for the safe manufacture of rocket motors and components.

• Assist in analysis and development of solutions to specific manufacturing problems utilizing manufacturing engineering techniques such as specification of tooling and organization of work flow. Prepare process flow diagrams, lead Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis, process hazards analysis, job safety analysis and use systematic approach and tools to identify root causes and problem solving. Perform mathematical calculations for geometric checks and chemical mixtures. Accurately report problems, solutions, and results, in concise written and oral communications.

• Assist in preparing for and participate in process and manufacturing reviews. Participate in preliminary and critical design reviews. Interface with internal/external customers.

  Qualifications:

  Bachelor’s Degree in a related engineering/technical discipline and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience in Manufacturing and NC programming. Graduate Degree and 0 to 2 years prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.

  Preferred Additional Skills:

• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, GD&T, blueprints, production plans and/or work instructions.

• Knowledge of machine tools and equipment, machine shop procedures and practices, principals and properties.

• Knowledge of basic shop mathematic principles to solve problems.

• Communication, Collaboration, Safety Awareness and Teamwork.

  In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $70,500 - $130,500. 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.

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.