Design Engineer, Filament-Wound Composite Cases

L3Harris Technologies; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Huntsville, AL seeks a Specialist in Mechanical Design Engineering focused on filament-wound composite cases for solid propulsion systems. The role requires CAD (CREO), PLM (Windchill), and GD&T expertise, with ability to work under general supervision on complex design tasks.

You will develop 3D models, drawings, perform trade studies, and collaborate across analysis, manufacturing, and quality teams; on-site 9/80 schedule with security-clearance readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree plus 4+ years of related experience; or Graduate Degree with 2+ years of related experience.
• Experience in filament wound composite pressure vessel design and manufacturing methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design efforts for filament-wound composite cases and propulsion components.
• Develop design concepts, 3D models, and detailed drawings.
• Coordinate with analysis, manufacturing, project engineering, quality, and customer support teams.
• Plan and execute design assignments within an Integrated Product Team environment.
• Support production activities on the shop floor and at supplier locations.
• Prepare and present technical presentations and engineering reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Filament-wound design

Propulsion components

3D CAD

PM teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Graduate Degree preferred

Tools

CREO

Windchill

Engineering drawing & GD&T

Job description

L3Harris Technologies in Huntsville, AL seeks a Specialist in Mechanical Design Engineering focused on filament-wound composite cases for solid propulsion systems. The role requires CAD (CREO), PLM (Windchill), and GD&T expertise, with ability to work under general supervision on complex design tasks.

You will develop 3D models, drawings, perform trade studies, and collaborate across analysis, manufacturing, and quality teams; on-site 9/80 schedule with security-clearance readiness.