Operations Project Engineering Specialist

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: Operations Project Engineering Specialist Job Location:  Montréal, QC Job Code: 38597 Job Schedule:  Day  Shift Compensation Range: Between $ 75,000  - $ 125,000  CDN annually     Essential Functions: Operational Readiness & Planning Lead Operational Readiness Review (ORR) meetings to evaluate and validate the readiness of a project to enter the production phase. Evaluate supply chain needs and procurement schedules to ensure necessary components are available for the Assembly and Integration teams. Assess physical space and facility requirements for each project, ensuring test sites are properly housed and configured. Coordinate with Planning, Program Management, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve production readiness issues before they impact the master schedule. Financial & Resource Strategy Evaluate and provide staffing forecasts required to execute projects from an operational perspective. Provide expert input on manufacturing elements for cost proposals and participate in capital planning discussions to support new equipment installations or facility layout changes. Monitor and report project performance and metrics using Earned Value Management (EVM), Cost Account Manager (CAM), and Estimate at Completion (EAC) techniques. Proactively identify and execute cost savings opportunities on projects to improve operational margins. Project Coordination & Communication Manage time-sensitive project setup requirements and deliverables in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Serve as the operational point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding project readiness. Provide timely updates on operational risks, procurement bottlenecks, and recovery plans to leadership.

Degree or diploma in Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in project management or operations within a complex manufacturing environment. Proficient in French and English. Preferred Additional Skills: Familiarity with high-variety, low-volume project-based manufacturing and Operational Readiness frameworks. Proven ability to manage and prioritize conflicting objectives in a matrixed team environment. Experience with Infor LN (ERP) or similar systems is considered a strong asset. Familiarity with Deltek Cobra is considered a strong asset.   Eligibility Criteria: Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program; Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada  Reliability  status and  Secret Level 2/NATO Secret  security clearance;   L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or