Lead, Structures Engineer

L3Harris Technologies; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

EAP

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies seeks a Senior Structures Engineer to support the RS-25 rocket engine program at the Canoga Park facility in California. The role focuses on component structural analysis for flight, test and fabrication, with emphasis on NCR dispositioning and technical reporting.

The engineer will provide design guidance, present findings at reviews, and contribute to program performance while pursuing compliance with security clearances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Structures, or Aerospace Engineering or related field and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience.
• Graduate Degree in Mechanical, Structures, or Aerospace Engineering or related field and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide structural design guidance, scope analysis efforts and perform detailed structural analyses for RS-25 component NCRs.
• Report status and results of analysis tasks at design and program reviews; prepare technical reports documenting all analysis activities.
• Apply technical expertise to contribute to the performance of the team relative to dispositioning NCRs.
• Complete assigned responsibilities with significant impact on programs.

Skills

ANSYS Finite Element Analysis

Structural analysis of propulsion

NCR analysis & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Structures/Aerospace Engineering

Graduate degree in Mechanical/Structures/Aerospace Engineering

13+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

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, Structures Engineering

Job Code: 45375

Job Location: Canoga Park, CA

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

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Specialist, Structures Engineer. This role will be located out of our Propulsion Systems facility located in Canoga Park, CA. In this role, you will support the RS-25 rocket engine program and perform RS-25 component structural analysis in support of flight, test and fabrication.

Essential Functions:

• Provide structural design guidance, scope analysis efforts and perform detailed structural analyses for RS-25 component NCRs. Provide assessment of the product’s ability to satisfy internal structural requirements as well as those flowed by the customer.
• Report status and results of analysis tasks at design and program reviews. Prepare detailed technical reports documenting all analysis activities, present results at program reviews, and prepare technical documentation.
• Apply technical expertise to directly contribute to the performance of the team relative to dispositioning NCRs
• Complete assigned responsibilities in a manner that has significant impact on programs improving overall performance and capabilities
• Ability to obtain a US Secret level security clearance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Structures, or Aerospace Engineering or related field and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree in Mechanical, Structures, or Aerospace Engineering or related field 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:

• High proficiency in utilization of ANSYS Finite Element Analysis software
• Experience with structural analysis of liquid rocket propulsion systems and components, including Combustion Devices such as nozzles, powerheads, and combustion chambers is a plus

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in the State of 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.

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