Manufacturing Engineering Manager Jobs in Texas
Manufacturing Engineering Manager jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in aerospace and defense, automotive and EV assembly, oil and gas equipment manufacturing, and semiconductor fabrication, with demand at every level from lead engineer to senior director. The busiest hiring markets are Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where major employers such as Lockheed Martin, Toyota, and Textron have deep, lasting operations. The most sought-after specialties in Texas right now are lean manufacturing leadership, process engineering management, and advanced manufacturing systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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.
The selected candidate will analyze and design sequences of operations and workflows to improve efficiencies in plant / production facilities, and equipment layouts; establish methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel. May establish accident prevention measures and coach training programs for personnel concerning all phases of production operations. The candidate will conduct studies pertaining to cost / schedule control, cost reduction, inventory control, and all phases of production record systems. On the basis of these studies, the candidate will develop and implement plans and programs for facility modifications and revisions to operating methods. The candidate may assist facilities engineers in the design and planning of facility infrastructure to support operations.
Essential Functions:
Provides direct support to Hangar, Dock, and Line (HDL) through problem root cause analysis and improvement recommendations/implementation; pre-induction setup; improvement efforts directed toward workflow, work sequencing, work area layout, standardized work, development and training of metrics, and input processes to HDL efforts to ensure the safe and efficient utilization of time, personnel, material, equipment, and capital resources. Aircraft MRO (maintenance, repair & overhaul) experience a plus. Orchestrator of monthly segment financial reporting to include tracking of segment improvement projects, financial savings, progress, and status updates.
- Develop, validate, implement, and maintain labor standards for a variety of manufacturing and supply chain processes.
- Work jointly with cross-functional engineering groups performing concurrent engineering and producibility analysis.
- Develop and implement tools/methods for measuring productivity and program cost performance (EAC/ETC)
- Pull, analyze, and report data to support Manufacturing/Supply Chain Management in making key decisions
- Assist management in implementing process improvement initiatives.
- Works under general supervision. May be responsible for entire projects or processes within job area. May be responsible for providing guidance, coaching and training to other employees within job area.
- Requires US Citizenship.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field with a minimum of 4 years of related experience or a Graduate Degree with a minimum of 2 of related experience.
- Experience with Lean Six Sigma project management
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Black Belt, Green Belt and/or Lean Certification highly desirable
- Ability and drive to develop and implement innovative solutions to complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity
- Working knowledge of manufacturing and/or supply chain/logistics methods and processes
- Work experience in non-repetitive, design-to-order manufacturing environments
- SAP-Business Warehouse software applications
- Proficiency in using AI tools to enhance efficiency and work quality
- Ability to write effective prompts and iteratively improve AI outputs
- Strong critical-thinking skills to validate AI-generated information
- Understanding of data security, confidentiality, and responsible AI use
- Ability to identify appropriate use cases for AI in day-to-day tasks
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
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Manufacturing Engineering Manager Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Tesla18

- SpaceX4

- Amazon3

- Amazon Web Services3

- ARCOSA2

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Retail
- Manufacturing
- Electronics & Hardware
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing engineering manager jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering required by most Texas employers
- Seven or more years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience with at least two in a supervisory role
- Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen continuous improvement methodologies
- Proficiency with CAD platforms and ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle in a production environment
- Experience managing cross-functional teams across design, quality, and production in a regulated Texas industry
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers preferred for senior roles
Manufacturing Engineering Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a manufacturing engineering manager in Texas?
Most Texas employers expect a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering from an ABET-accredited program, followed by several years of hands-on engineering work before moving into management. A Professional Engineer license issued by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors strengthens candidacy for senior roles, particularly in aerospace, defense, and government-contract manufacturing. Lean or Six Sigma certification is a common additional credential that Texas hiring managers look for.
Which companies hire manufacturing engineering managers in Texas?
Employers hiring manufacturing engineering managers in Texas right now include Tesla, SpaceX, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace primes, automotive assembly plants, and energy equipment manufacturers means demand is spread across the Dallas-Fort Worth corridor, greater Houston, and the San Antonio industrial base.
Which Texas cities have the most manufacturing engineering manager jobs?
Austin, Brookshire, and Fort Worth have the highest concentration of manufacturing engineering manager openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth leads because of its dense aerospace, defense, and electronics manufacturing base, Houston follows with its energy equipment and industrial machinery sector, and San Antonio draws demand from military aviation and automotive assembly operations anchored by major employer campuses in the region.
Are there remote manufacturing engineering manager jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of manufacturing engineering manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which reflects how hands-on the role is at most production sites. The portions of the job most likely to be done remotely are project planning, supplier coordination, and cross-site process development rather than anything requiring a physical plant presence.
How can I get hired as a manufacturing engineering manager in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a senior manufacturing or process engineer role first, then building supervisory experience through project lead assignments. Large Texas employers such as Lockheed Martin, Toyota, and Textron run structured rotational engineering programs and internal leadership development tracks that give early-career engineers exposure to management responsibilities. Earning a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, contributing to a cost-reduction or quality project, and volunteering to lead a small team or improvement event are the steps that typically get engineers noticed for their first manager opening.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing engineering manager jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to manufacturing engineering manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, San Antonio, and other hiring markets statewide. Find roles that fit your experience level and target industry, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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