Aircraft Structural Engineer – Sign-On Bonus (9/80)

Jobtome; Bruceville-Eddy (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Waco, TX is seeking a Senior Specialist, Mechanical Engineering - Aircraft to design and modify aircraft structures and integrate airborne systems across fixed-wing and rotary platforms. You will use 3D CAD, prototypes, and detailed drawings to define solutions from concept through manufacturing and installation.

This role requires a US Secret clearance, strong mechanical design skills, and the ability to work in a hangar environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering with 6+ years related experience; or graduate degree with 4+ years. In lieu of degree, 10+ years experience.
• Strong CAD experience creating solid models and 2D drawings (3D CAD) and knowledge of aircraft structure.
• Experience with modifications to aircraft primary and secondary structure and knowledge of design standards.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Obtain US Secret security clearance.
• Design aircraft primary and secondary structure using 3D CAD per standards and requirements.
• Liaise with production for interpretation of engineering drawings.
• Prepare and release engineering drawings within schedule and budget constraints.
• Generate bids for change orders and new pursuits.
• Document and review designs with peers, management, and customers.
• Apply mechanical design principles to aircraft structures and components.
• Communicate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Mechanical design principles

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering

Graduate degree (preferred)

Tools

Creo Parametric

Siemens NX

Microsoft Office

Job description

L3Harris Technologies in Waco, TX is seeking a Senior Specialist, Mechanical Engineering - Aircraft to design and modify aircraft structures and integrate airborne systems across fixed-wing and rotary platforms. You will use 3D CAD, prototypes, and detailed drawings to define solutions from concept through manufacturing and installation.

This role requires a US Secret clearance, strong mechanical design skills, and the ability to work in a hangar environment.