Entry Level Prototyping Engineer Jobs in Rochester, NY

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Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Job Code: 41410
Job Location: Rochester, New York
Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every Other Friday Off!)
Job Description: The Assembly Integration and Test Focus Factory of L3 Harris Space and Airborne Systems is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented entry-level manufacturing engineer to join our team. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about assembly integration and testing of low volume, high-precision products. The selected candidate will work both independently and collaboratively to review, plan, integrate, and test unique opto-mechanical and thermoelectric products in a low volume setting.
Essential Functions:
• Perform tasks in a manufacturing and/or prototyping environment.
• Review and provide feedback on electro-mechanical and opto-mechanical drawings and designs.
• Translate drawing requirements into detailed work instructions for the assembly, integration, and testing of complex end-products.
• Coordinate with various disciplines to ensure program schedule milestones are met.
• Own product schedule development - coordinate across disciplines to ensure agreement amongst stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot issues individually and collaboratively to find quick and safe solutions that minimize schedule delays.
• Balance multiple projects and priorities and communicate clearly to operations leadership.
• Maintain accurate records and manufacturing documentation.
• Adhere to established policies, procedures, and proper labor charging practices.
• Be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and travel as needed.
• Strong communication skills
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.
• 0-4 years of relevant experience in manufacturing and/or prototyping environment.
• Ability to obtain a federal security clearance.
Preferred Additional Skills:
• Experience in the Aerospace or Defense industry.
• Familiarity with machinery, machine building, and precision engineering.
• Experience with Optical Metrology.
• Cables and Electronics Board Experience.
• Knowledge of mechanical builds and tolerances, including GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York state is $63,500 - $117,500. 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.
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