> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1914508-specialist-manufacturing-engineer-shared-services-support](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1914508-specialist-manufacturing-engineer-shared-services-support). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Specialist Manufacturing Engineer - Shared Services Support - **Company:** L3 Harris - **Location:** Wilmington, MA, United States - **Salary:** $84,000.0 - $156,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, SolidWorks (CAD) - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c1525a656c14382f ## About the Role * 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. ## Description 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. ## Related Videos - [How to Domain Model – An example from manufacturing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/742-how-to-domain-model-an-example-from-manufacturing) - [WebAssembly Revolution: Elevating JavaScript's Reach and Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1149-webassembly-revolution-elevating-javascript-s-reach-and-performance) - [XR Demystified: Separating Facts from Fiction in 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1117-xr-demystified-separating-facts-from-fiction-in-2024) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Google Gemma and Open Source AI Models - Clement Farabet](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1354-google-gemma-and-open-source-ai-models-clement-farabet) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development)