Sr. Associate, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems - Projects
Reference #39799

Waterdown, Ontario

Primary Responsibilities

Lead and participate in projects related to Current Product Introduction (NPI) or Sustaining activities

Collaborate with the Design Engineering team, in the development of new systems processes as well as during complex troubleshooting scenarios as it relates to containments or yield related issues.

Hands‑on development work to understand and stabilize the process being used to validate deliverable product.

Maintenance of manufacturing processes for WESCAM product, including Acceptance Test Procedure (ATP), Environmental Stress Screening – Thermal and Vibration.

Design requirements for tooling, test equipment and automation

Leadership and support of continuous improvement initiatives and projects using the following principles;

Design for Manufacturability, Safety and Ergonomics

Process Failure Modes and Effect Analysis (PFMEA)

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Lessons Learned and Waste Reduction using Six Sigma philosophy

Technical direction on system failures which may include; electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, optical.

Conduct 8D root cause analysis and implement permanent corrective actions.

Reviewing change requests generated by Design Engineering and Production staff, implementing changes as required

Act as a back‑up point of contact to the Manufacturing Engineers responsible for frontline support of a Cell Team

Support any other business priorities as required by Operations Engineering leadership

Business rationale behind capital expenditures, including return on investment.

Desired Skills and Knowledge

Clear and concise technical communication, both written and verbal.

Engaged participant,



capable of leading cross functional discussions with a high level of accountability of self and others.

Create and foster professional relationships in all areas of the business.

Coordinate multiple priorities with a strong comprehension of Project Management fundamentals.

In depth knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.

Must be well organized, goal oriented and provide high attention to detail.

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across the organization.

Read and understand Mechanical drawings and Electrical schematics.

Coaching and mentoring of other junior staff or peers by sharing knowledge, best practices and lessons learned

AS9100 knowledge and experience an asset, but not required.

C# or similar coding language and asset, but not required.

Experience & Education Requirements

Requires practical knowledge of job area with relevant work experience in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing or Systems Engineering.

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.

Must have a well-rounded engineering background with manufacturing engineering experience in a high tech environment.

LEAN Green Belt Certification or equivalent industry experience.

PMP designation an asset, but not required.

P.Eng designation an asset, but not required.





*This posting is for a current vacancy. In the province of Ontario, Canada, the pay range for this position will be $75,000 to $99,000.

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.

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📌 Sr. Associate, Operations Engineering, Systems (Ontario)
🏢 L3Harris
📍 Ontario