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L3Harris Technologies plans to add 50 jobs at its Cincinnati operation as the company increases defense production. The positions will include roles in engineering, operations, program management and finance. JobsOhio and REDI Cincinnati will support the company’s recruitment and workforce-development efforts.
L3Harris Technologies plans to add 50 jobs in Cincinnati as the defense company expands production to meet increased U.S. military demand.
The new positions will support engineering, operations, program management and finance. JobsOhio and REDI Cincinnati are helping L3Harris develop its workforce and recruitment strategy, JobsOhio announced the expansion Aug. 17.
L3Harris jobs support defense production
The Cincinnati operation specializes in advanced fuzing and sensors for weapon systems. The company said it is increasing its workforce to meet the U.S. military’s request for higher annual output.
The increased production supports the Army, Navy and Air Force. It also supports key U.S. defense contractors, according to JobsOhio.
L3Harris currently employs more than 700 people at its Cincinnati operation. The company has about 1,500 employees across Ohio, including its Cincinnati and Mason locations. (
L3Harris jobs span several fields
The planned positions will cover several areas of the company’s operations. JobsOhio said the recruitment effort will target engineering, operations, program management and finance workers.
JobsOhio’s Talent Acquisition Services program will support the hiring effort. The program develops recruitment strategies based on each company’s workforce needs.
The recruitment plan includes marketing campaigns and targeted job boards. Technical training will also help develop a workforce pipeline for the company.
Cincinnati facility supports defense industry
L3Harris operates a 241,000-square-foot facility on 105 acres in Cincinnati. The site handles production, assembly, inspection and testing.
The expansion is expected to support opportunities in domestic and international markets. It also strengthens Cincinnati’s role in aerospace, defense and advanced manufacturing.
L3Harris Director of Fuzing and Ordnance Systems Mark Mishler said the Southwest Ohio expansion will increase the company’s ability to deliver defense capabilities.
REDI Cincinnati President and CEO Kimm Lauterbach said the organization’s partnership with JobsOhio will help build the talent pipeline for the new positions.
FAQs
How many jobs is L3Harris adding in Cincinnati?
L3Harris plans to add 50 new positions at its Cincinnati location. The jobs will support engineering, operations, program management and finance.
Why is L3Harris expanding its Cincinnati workforce?
The company is scaling up production to meet increased annual output requested by the U.S. military. The Cincinnati operation produces advanced fuzing and sensors for weapon systems.
How many people does L3Harris employ in Cincinnati?
L3Harris has more than 700 employees at its Cincinnati operation. The company employs about 1,500 people across Ohio.
Who is helping L3Harris recruit workers?
JobsOhio and REDI Cincinnati are supporting the company’s talent strategy. JobsOhio will use its Talent Acquisition Services program, recruitment marketing and targeted job boards to help fill the positions.
