Entry-Level Materials Process Engineer – Defense Propulsion

Harris Geospatial Solutions; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Canoga Park, CA seeks an Associate, Materials Process Engineer. Entry-level candidate will support materials characterization, mechanical testing, and process development for propulsion systems. The role involves cross-functional collaboration and adherence to military specifications and industry standards.

The position offers exposure to contamination investigations, NCRs, and documentation tasks with opportunities for growth in a defense tech environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree or completed within last 12 months in relevant field.
• Knowledge of materials characterization, mechanical testing, and materials property engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support development and troubleshooting of cleaning and electrochemical processes.
• Evaluate materials and surface conditions to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Assist in contamination investigations and corrective actions.
• Interpret ASTM standards, Military/Weapons specs, and internal requirements.
• Support process qualification and documentation for cleaning and plating operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain compliant processes.
• Prepare technical reports, work instructions, and process docs.

Skills

Materials characterization

Mechanical testing

Materials property engineering

Data analysis tools

Education

B.S. in Materials Science/Materials Engineering/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Excel

Job description

L3Harris Technologies in Canoga Park, CA seeks an Associate, Materials Process Engineer. Entry-level candidate will support materials characterization, mechanical testing, and process development for propulsion systems. The role involves cross-functional collaboration and adherence to military specifications and industry standards.

The position offers exposure to contamination investigations, NCRs, and documentation tasks with opportunities for growth in a defense tech environment.