Aircraft Mechanical Engineering Manager — Design & Upgrades

Jobtome; Lorena (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

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Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Manager of Mechanical Engineering for aircraft mechanical design to lead a ~12-person team focused on upgrades and structural modifications. You will drive technical excellence, guide projects, and mentor engineers while ensuring compliance with military and commercial standards.

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Aerospace Engineering, you will oversee design reviews, resource planning, and cross-functional coordination to meet cost, schedule, and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering with 9+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Graduate degree is a plus with 7+ years of experience, or 13 years without a degree.
• Experience with aircraft structure design principles and modifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of about 12 Mechanical Engineers in aircraft system upgrades.
• Oversee design, integration, and 3D CAD work to meet standards and specs.
• Provide technical oversight for structural layouts and liaison activities.
• Manage resource planning, workload forecasting, and project staffing.
• Support bid/proposal work and ensure schedule, cost, and quality targets.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Coaching & mentoring

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering

Graduate degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Systems Engineering (plus)

Job description

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Manager of Mechanical Engineering for aircraft mechanical design to lead a ~12-person team focused on upgrades and structural modifications. You will drive technical excellence, guide projects, and mentor engineers while ensuring compliance with military and commercial standards.

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Aerospace Engineering, you will oversee design reviews, resource planning, and cross-functional coordination to meet cost, schedule, and quality