Lead, Mechanical Engineering

L3Harris Technologies; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 106,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Parental leave

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Lead, Mechanical Engineering in Rochester, NY. This leadership role focuses on managing large ground-based satellite communication mechanical systems projects, from concept through to design qualification and production release.

The position requires extensive design, tolerancing, and supplier coordination experience. The candidate will guide system architecture, develop design concepts, and own control drawing development while coordinating cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related disciplines from an ABET Accredited program 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.
• 4 years experience with mechanical detailed design and new product development, manufacturing processes, and CAD modeling.

Responsibilities

• Manage large projects from scheduling to financials and BOEs for multimillion-dollar RFIs/RFQs.
• Create presentations for VP and Director level personnel.
• Lead small cross-functional teams of engineers and designers.
• Oversee vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors for mechanical integration and specifications.

Skills

Mechanical design

GD&T

Project leadership

Requirements tracking

Vendor management

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace

Graduate degree

Experience in lieu of degree

Tools

AutoDesk Inventor

FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS)

MATLAB

ANSYS Mechanical

ANSYS Icepak

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: 43382

Job Location: Rochester JROC Facility

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

Job Description

The candidate will be responsible for managing large projects, from scheduling to financials. This would include BOE’s for multimillion-dollar RFI’s and RFQ’s. Will be expected to create presentations for VP and Director level personnel. Travel to vendors and customers is not common but will be required. This is a leadership role, and the candidate must be comfortable as the SME for large projects and well knowledged in the mechanical field.

Design, development, and support of mechanical systems and equipment, with respect to ground-based satellite communication equipment. Responsibilities include development of new products, manufacturing support for existing and legacy products, and the support of subcontract vendors. Candidate will be responsible for complete mechanical, manufacturability, and reliability assessments. Candidate will guide mechanical system architecture definition, interpret technical specifications, and have ownership of control drawing development.

Technical activities include developing design concepts and detailed designs, supporting drawing creation, specifying and evaluating tolerances, and driving drawing releases. Other activities include documentation of recommendations for presentation, review, and approval. Job duties may also include leading small cross-functional teams of engineers and designers in accomplishing the above assignments. Responsibilities may include investigating solutions to product or manufacturing process issues, as well as developing product improvements.

Essential Functions

• Experience in design of complex mechanical and electromechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge and experience with mechanical design and tolerancing, specifically Y14.5 GD&T.
• Strong analytical skills for component selection and sizing.
• Experience with managing complex projects or processes without oversight. Experience may range from concept development through to procurement and design qualification.
• Experience with defining and tracking mechanical system requirements, including work with requirement flow downs to specifications and interface definition.
• Leadership of cross-functional design and systems teams for mechanical structures and mechanisms.
• Ability to oversee vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors, with respect to our interests for mechanical integration, including technical oversight and mechanical specification development.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for internal and external presentations and reviews. Communication includes within and outside of own functional group to gain cooperation on operational processes, practices, and procedures.
• Candidate must be a good team player, contributor, and self-starter. Candidate must be comfortable working both independently and within groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related disciplines from an ABET Accredited program 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.
• 4 years experience with mechanical detailed design and new product development, manufacturing processes, and CAD modeling.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience with mechanical design and material knowledge for ruggedized communications equipment, susceptible to harsh environmental conditions.
• Experience with bearing, motor, gearbox, and brake selection.
• Experience with material selection for outdoor equipment.
• Experience with PCB mechanical integration and cable/wire management.
• Experience working on fast-paced and complicated programs, with aggressive delivery schedules.
• Knowledge and experience in MIL-STD 810G/H requirements, testing and operation of equipment.
• Experience working closely with internal/external manufacturing.
• Experience with mechanical design of military equipment or other highly regulated industries.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• CAD proficiency, preferably AutoDesk Inventor.
• Strong analytical skills with emphasis on using and/or directing finite element analysis (FEA) desired.
• Understanding of MIL-STD-1472.
• Analytical experience with MATLAB, Ansys Mechanical, and ANSYS Icepak.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and evaluating compliance to customer technical specifications. Experience with design of IP65+ rated enclosures for electronic equipment.
• Experience with designs for EMI shielding with respect to mechanical enclosure design.

Salary and Benefits

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in NY State is $106,000 to $197,000. 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Security Clearance

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.

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