Lead Aircraft Mechanical Design Engineer – Sign-On Bonus

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Elm Mott (TX)

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USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Lead, Mechanical Design Engineer - Aircraft for our Modernization and Modifications Group in Waco, TX. You will design and integrate aircraft structures and airborne systems, guiding projects from concept to production.

The role emphasizes 3D CAD, design verification, and collaboration with manufacturing, with responsibilities across multiple aircraft platforms including fixed-wing and rotary formats.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or higher in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering; 9+ years related experience.
Graduate degree preferred; or 7+ years related experience with a degree.
In lieu of a degree, 13+ years of related experience.

Responsibilities

Design and liaison of aircraft primary and secondary structure using 3D CAD.
Provide liaison to production and manufacturing for interpretation of engineering drawings.
Prepare and release engineering drawings within scheduled time and budget.
Generate bids for customer change orders and new pursuits.
Document and review designs with peers, management, and customers.
Demonstrate strong knowledge of aircraft structure and components.
Work in aircraft hangar environment; travel as required.

Skills

Mechanical design principles

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering

Graduate degree (preferred)

Equivalent experience (13+ years in lieu of degree)

Tools

Creo Parametric

Siemens NX

Microsoft Office

Job description

The role emphasizes 3D CAD, design verification, and collaboration with manufacturing, with responsibilities across multiple aircraft platforms including fixed-wing and rotary formats.

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