Lead Mechanical Engineer — Precision Systems & Hardware

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and qualification of complex mechanical systems in Sterling, VA. The role emphasizes ownership of system components, technical leadership across the lifecycle, and hands-on hardware work with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of experience, CAD proficiency (Creo), and an active TS/SCI clearance. A favorable polygraph is required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience.
• Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance (or held within the last 2 years)
• Must hold or be able to obtain a favorable polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and qualification of complex mechanical systems.
• Own major system components and provide technical leadership across the full development lifecycle.
• Work with cross-functional teams in lab environments and direct hardware interaction.

Skills

Technical leadership

Creo CAD

Mechatronics

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Creo

ASME Y14.5

Job description

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and qualification of complex mechanical systems in Sterling, VA. The role emphasizes ownership of system components, technical leadership across the lifecycle, and hands-on hardware work with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of experience, CAD proficiency (Creo), and an active TS/SCI clearance. A favorable polygraph is required for consideration.