Aircraft Structural Engineer – Design & Modifications

Jobtome; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Specialist, Mechanical Engineering - Aircraft for our Modernization and Modifications Group in Waco, TX. You will work on design activities for fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, integrating airborne systems and performing modifications.

The role uses 3D CAD tools (Creo/SI NX) to develop concepts, detail designs, and manufacturing documentation. Occasional travel and potential for US security clearance apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience in mechanical design of aircraft structures.
• Bachelor's Degree in engineering; graduate degree optional with more experience.
• Experience with 3D CAD for solid modeling and 2D drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design aircraft primary and secondary structures using CAD and standards.
• Liaise with production and manufacturing for drawings interpretation.
• Prepare drawings and release within schedule and budget.
• Generate bids for change orders and new pursuits.
• Review designs with peers, management and customers.
• Travel (<10%) and ability to obtain a US Secret security clearance.

Skills

3D CAD

Mechanical design

Communication

Team liaison

Project execution

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering

4+ years related experience

Tools

Creo Parametric

Siemens NX

Job description

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Specialist, Mechanical Engineering - Aircraft for our Modernization and Modifications Group in Waco, TX. You will work on design activities for fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, integrating airborne systems and performing modifications.

The role uses 3D CAD tools (Creo/SI NX) to develop concepts, detail designs, and manufacturing documentation. Occasional travel and potential for US security clearance apply.