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L3Harris Technologies · 2 weeks ago

Specialist, Weld Engineer (FOS)

Cincinnati, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

L3Harris Technologies is a global aerospace and defense technology innovator focused on delivering end-to-end solutions for mission-critical needs. The Weld Engineer will support strategic programs by providing technical expertise in laser welding technologies, developing processes and procedures, and ensuring product specifications are met through collaboration with project teams.

CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible for the implementation and development of laser-based processes and technology to meet the specified design requirements

Provide strong mechanical and technical leadership in laser welding technology field

Proactively maintain industry awareness and opportunities for new weld technologies

Analyze engineering design documents and develop the methods, processes, tools, jigs, fixtures, required to fabricate the specified product

Develop and prepare work instructions, control plans, Process Failure Mode Effects Analyses (PFMEAs), and process validation plans

Lead the set-up and validation of new welding equipment and production lines

Analyze manufacturing production problems and implement corrective actions involving designs, materials, and processes

Provide technical expertise and support related to manufacturing

Incorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operations

Review product designs for manufacturability and completeness

Train production personnel in new or existing operations

Interface with equipment vendors and specify equipment through writing Scope of Work documents

Manage capital requirements for laser welder equipment upgrades and/or replacement to ensure sustainability

Perform metallurgical evaluations; Cutting / Sectioning and Evaluation

Prepare reports and white papers summarizing information or trends related to manufacturing performance

Conduct capacity analyses, capability studies, and gage repeatability and reproducibility studies

Actively participate in Failure Review Board (FRB) investigations

Prepare tooling cost and engineering labor estimates for proposal responses

Qualification

Laser weldingMechanical engineeringProcess developmentUltrasonic weldingResistance weldingProgramming laser systemsMicrosoft OfficeANSI J-STD-001AS9100SolidEdgeMinitabDoD development programsDrawing practices6sig8DCostPointTipQA

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience OR Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior Manufacturing Engineering experience

Minimum 4 years experience in laser welding of Aluminum, Stainless Steel, and Titanium

Experience related to the fabrication or assembly of close tolerance mechanical, electronic, or electro-mechanical piece parts

Must be able to obtain a US Secret level security clearance

Preferred

Bachelor's or master's degree in Welding Engineering

Six (6)+ years of industry experience in laser welding

Experience in Ultrasonic welding and Resistance welding

Experience in programming laser welding systems

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel)

Demonstrated skills and experience in drawing practices, engineering analysis, DoD development programs, procurement, integration, assembly, and test of hardware

Experience in the defense or aerospace industry

Experience with ANSI J-STD-001, AS9100, and ANSI Y14.5

Experience with SolidEdge and Minitab

Experience with 6sig, 8D, CostPoint, TipQA