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How much do manufacturing support engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for manufacturing support engineer in the United States is $29.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $40.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Manufacturing Support Engineers?

Manufacturing Support Engineers are professionals who provide technical support and expertise to manufacturing operations. They troubleshoot equipment issues, optimize production processes, and help implement improvements to achieve higher efficiency and product quality. Their responsibilities often include coordinating maintenance, assisting with new equipment installation, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Manufacturing Support Engineers play a crucial role in minimizing downtime and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing environment.

How does a Manufacturing Support Engineer typically interact with production teams and other departments?

Manufacturing Support Engineers regularly collaborate with production teams, quality assurance, maintenance, and process engineering to troubleshoot issues, implement process improvements, and ensure smooth manufacturing operations. They often serve as a technical bridge, translating engineering solutions into actionable steps for operators and technicians on the floor. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as the role involves responding quickly to production challenges and coordinating with multiple departments to resolve them efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manufacturing Support Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manufacturing Support Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles, process improvement, and problem-solving, typically supported by a degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering. Familiarity with CAD software, ERP systems, Lean manufacturing techniques, and Six Sigma certification is often required. Strong analytical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills help you collaborate with production teams and address complex issues efficiently. These abilities are crucial for optimizing manufacturing processes, reducing downtime, and ensuring product quality in a competitive environment.
Who are the top companies hiring for Manufacturing Support Engineer jobs? The top employers for Manufacturing Support Engineer jobs are:
Specialist Manufacturing Engineer - Shared Services Support

Specialist Manufacturing Engineer - Shared Services Support

L3 Harris

Wilmington, MA

$84K - $156K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago


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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 249 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

106th of 518 rated manufacturers


Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing 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.
L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title: Specialist Manufacturing Engineer - Shared Services Support
Job Code: 37493
Job Location: Wilmington, MA
Job Schedule: 9/80
Job Description:
L3Harris Space & Mission Systems located in Wilmington, MA, is an industry leader in designing and producing space-based optical telescopes for satellites and delivering cutting-edge optical systems for commercial, military, and NASA missions. Our work shapes the future of space technology.
The Operations Organization is seeking a talented and creative Manufacturing Engineer to support the shared service group which includes the Machine Shop, Paint and Precision Cleaning operations, which has experienced significant revenue growth, more than doubling its revenue in recent years. This position is crucial for the successful scaling and transformation of our production processes in the shared services area to accommodate this rapid growth.
This role will play a vital part in the lifecycle of our key programs, contributing to various aspects of technical manufacturing leadership and will influence decision-making processes, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of our manufacturing operations in shared services.
It will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement efficient production strategies, ensuring that all projects meet their deadlines with the highest quality standards. Additionally, responsibilities will include optimizing manufacturing workflows, identify process improvements, and provide technical guidance and support to ensure the seamless execution of production activities.
Essential Functions:
  • Provide technical guidance to the shared service team and ensure requests made to them are manufacturable.
  • Assess all requests for all the proper/correct data/information to complete the job.
  • Ensure jobs can be completed here economically and safely. Work with programs to outsource when it cannot. "Be the gatekeeper" for all work going to machine shop, precision cleaning, and paint.
  • Estimate process timing inclusive of setup and teardown, provide to production planning.
  • Participate in all drawing reviews for any drawing requiring processing through machine shop, precision cleaning and painting for DFMA reasons.
  • Develop fixtures and tooling to support shared services activities.
  • Develop scalable processes from technical documentation and create manufacturing procedures and routers.
  • Propose, develop and lead process improvement and cost reduction projects, apply lean liberally to the shared service area.
  • Lead design changes by coordinating with design engineering to address technical, operational, and obsolescence issues.
  • Interface with and direct technicians and other operations personnel, back up the operations manager when out on vacation.
  • Work with program manufacturing engineers to optimize requests and educate improving first past yield for requests
  • Work with operations leadership to expand share services capability by insourcing new equipment and processes.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
  • 1+ years of experience providing technical support to a machine shop, Paint and/or Clean Room operations.
  • Ability to obtain a secret or top-secret clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Evidence of strong problem-solving capability, people skills, and the ability to conduct presentations for various internal/external customers.
  • Lean (Green Belt, Black Belt) certification.
  • CAD training (Solid Works/AutoCAD).
  • Knowledge of program and project management techniques and tools.
  • Familiarity with AS9100/ISO9001 industry standards.
  • Experience with DFMA.
  • Proven track record of solving complex engineering problems and implementing innovative solutions in a manufacturing environment.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Massachusetts is $84,000 - $156,000. 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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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an 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.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
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