Lead, Mechanical Engineering

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Education assistance

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Senior Lead Mechanical Engineer to guide the design, analysis, and qualification of complex electro-mechanical systems for aerospace/defense programs.

You will drive 3D modeling, documentation, and testing within a multidisciplinary team and ensure producibility and reliability. The role requires a strong background in mechanical design, FEA, and leadership, with travel up to 10% and the ability to obtain a US Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering with 9+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain US Secret security clearance.
• Experience in aerospace/defense mechanical systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of modules and electronics for Aerospace/Defense.
• Create detailed drawing packages applying GD&T and ASME Y14.5.
• Prototype, integrate, and test components and assemblies.
• Generate analyses for stress, thermal, shock and vibration (FEA).
• Develop test plans for mechanical subsystems and perform tests.
• Lead peer reviews and design reviews (PDRs, CDRs).
• Coordinate with manufacturing and quality to ensure producibility.
• Adhere to company processes for product development and configuration management.

Skills

3D modeling

Mechanical design

Leadership

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Graduate Degree in relevant field

Tools

NX CAD

Teamcenter (PLM)

ANSYS

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title:Lead, Mechanical Engineering

Job Code: 47508

Job Location:Carlsbad, CA

Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

We're seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and qualifications of complex electro-mechanical systems within a collaborative team environment.

Your day-to-day work will center on 3D modeling, hardware design documentation, analysis, integration and testing, while operating within a multidisciplinary team.

Essential Functions:

• Lead the design and development of modules and electronics for the Aerospace and/or Defense industries
• Create detailed drawing packages applying GD&T and ASME Y14.5 and manage/document large assemblies
• Prototype, Integrate, and Test component parts and assemblies
• Generate analysis for stress, thermal, shock and vibration using FEA software (ANSYS, etc.)
• Develop test plans and procedures for mechanical subsystems
• Perform test and evaluation of component parts and systems
• Lead peer reviews, PDRs, CDRs, and other required design reviews
• Coordinate with manufacturing and quality engineering to ensure hardware is producible and inspectable.
• Adhere to company processes for product development, configuration management, purchasing, etc.
• Ability and willingness to travel 10%
• Ability to obtain a US Secret security clearance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience in the design, development, and/or production of mechanical systems for the Aerospace and/or Defense industries, and/or packaging of modules and electronics with considerations of thermal and structural loading and for optimizations of size, weight, and power.
• Experience with structural and thermal analysis
• Experience writing and executing Environmental Test Plans (knowledge of MIL-STD-810)
• Experience with CAD software tools (NX) and PLM systems (Teamcenter).
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and interpersonal skills within mechanical and multidiscipline teams

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California is $122,000 - $227,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.