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.Coating SpecialistReference #36317Toronto | Don Mills, OntarioAbout L3HARRIS WESCAMAs a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Communications & Spectrum Dominance (CSD) Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, national security, search & rescue and airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they produce stabilized high-magnification electro-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.About The RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer to support and optimize optical thin film coating processes. This role is responsible for sustaining production, improved yields, troubleshooting coating defects and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the coating department. The ideal candidate is hands‑on, data‑driven,



and comfortable working independently in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment involving precision optical components.Primary ResponsibilitiesSupport regularly occurring cell team activities in the coating department: Daily Whiteboard, MRB (material review board), Equipment related troubleshooting with OEM and in‑house millwright.Support root cause investigation on production failures and customer returns.Collaborate with coating designer on NPI (Recent Product Introduction) projects by ensuring a smooth transition of newly developed products into a full‑scale production environment (Manufacturability Reviews, RCCA, Yield).Continually monitor processes stability and make continuous improvement recommendations.Assist Procurement, Design, Material and QA departments in root cause investigations and technical support.Undertake and update various projects simultaneously, based on priority set by supervisor, while having the ability to bring projects to closure in a timely fashion.Work in partnership with the coating designer to design and perform experiments and testing.Collaborate with cross functional team across the business.Required CapabilitiesKnowledgeable about optical thin film coating processes and coating chamber preparation:Electron Beam DepositionThermal Evaporator DepositionIon Assisted DepositionQuartz Crystal MonitoringOptical Monitoring SystemAny experience with sputtering is considered an assetAbility to operate spectrophotometer and support metrologyExcellent technical communication skillsSolid presentation and effective communication skillsUnderstands when to apply a sense of urgencyStrong problem solving aptitudeStrong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel)Experience with Essential MacleodHighly motivated and have a teamwork mindsetDesired Education And ExperiencesBachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Undergraduate degree in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering and or equivalent.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.Greenbelt certification or lean manufacturing experience is considered an assetPrior experience in coating is an asset.This posting is for a current vacancy. In the province of Ontario, Canada, the salary range for this position will be $80,000-120,000.At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. 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. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Coating Specialist - C$80,000 - C$120,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 L3HARRIS WESCAM
📍 Toronto