Manager, Mechanical Engineering

Jobtome; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Waco, TX is seeking a Manager of Mechanical Engineering to lead a team of about 12 engineers focused on aircraft system upgrades and structural modifications.

You will drive technical excellence, oversee design and integration, ensure compliance with military and commercial standards, and guide project execution. This onsite role requires ability to obtain a US Secret clearance and offers a $25k+ sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in mechanical/aero engineering with 9+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Graduate degree in Mechanical/Aero/Systems Engineering is a plus with 7+ years of design experience.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum 13 years of mechanical design experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Mechanical Engineering team.
• Oversee mechanical design and integration for aircraft upgrades and structural components.
• Ensure high-quality 3D CAD designs and drawings that meet military/commercial standards.
• Provide technical oversight for structural layouts and aircraft modifications.
• Manage resource planning, workload forecasting, and staffing for current and future projects.
• Support bid/proposal efforts and ensure alignment with cost, schedule and quality objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Coaching & mentoring

US Secret security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering

Graduate Degree in Mechanical/Aero or Systems Engineering (a plus)

13 years of mechanical design experience in lieu of a degree

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: Manager, Mechanical Engineering - Aircraft Mechanical Design *Sign-On Bonus starting at $25k*

Job Code: 46520

Job Location: Waco, TX (Onsite)

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 Mechanical Engineering Manager leads a team of approximately 12 Mechanical Engineers responsible for aircraft system upgrades and structural modifications. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Aerospace Engineering, this leader oversees daily team operations while driving technical excellence, project execution, and process improvement.

Essential Functions:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Mechanical Engineering team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee mechanical design and integration activities for aircraft system upgrades, including primary and secondary structural components, electrical equipment racks, and external antenna installations.
• Ensure high-quality 3D CAD designs, engineering drawings, and design reviews that comply with military and commercial standards, customer specifications, and system requirements.
• Provide technical oversight and engineering judgment for structural layouts, aircraft modifications, and liaison engineering activities.
• Manage resource planning, workload forecasting, job assignments, and manpower estimates for ongoing and future projects.
• Monitor project status, support bid and proposal efforts, and ensure alignment with cost, schedule, and quality objectives.
• Maintain and enhance mechanical engineering processes, ensuring compliance and driving improvements that support efficiency and innovation.
• Own team performance management, including goal setting, coaching, training, and annual reviews.
• Uphold and model the highest ethical standards while promoting a safe, positive, and inclusive work environment.
• Ability to obtain a US Secret security clearance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering and minimum 9 years prior mechanical design engineering experience. Graduate Degree (Mechanical, Aeronautical and/or Systems Engineering a plus) with a minimum of 7 years of prior mechanical design engineering experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior mechanical design engineering experience.
• Minimum 4 years experience with mechanical design principles of aircraft structure and components.
• Minimum 4 years experience in modifications to aircraft primary and secondary structure.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Strong analytic and communication skills;
  ability to coach, train, motivate and manage technical personnel.
• Sound knowledge of engineering theory, design criteria and complex activities.
• Ability to write a concise report of findings.
• Ability to manage complex activities;
  ability to meet programobjectives within contract cost and schedule requirements.
• Ability to motivate others;
  sound effective listening skills;
  pays attention to details;
  ability to work under pressure;
  and ability to meet deadlines.
• Active US Secret security clearance.

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