Project & Component Engineering Intern

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Intern for Project & Component Engineering for Summer 2027 at our Los Angeles area site in Canoga Park, CA.

You will perform entry-level engineering tasks on rocket propulsion projects and support senior engineers while learning how rocket propulsion hardware is designed and developed. The role requires pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, and the internship offers exposure to cross-functional teams, with a focus on hands-on hardware

Qualifications

• Eligible students pursuing bachelor’s, master’s or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Must be enrolled at an accredited university.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry‑level engineering tasks on rocket propulsion projects after orientation and training.
• Support senior engineering staff and gain experience with company projects.
• Operate effectively in a team environment.
• Assist in design and development of rocket propulsion hardware; provide technical support in combustion devices, turbopumps, small thrusters, valves & actuators, and systems hardware.

Education

Bachelor's / Master’s / PhD in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

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: Project & Component Engineer Intern

Job Code: 44371

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

We are seeking to fill an Intern - Project & Component Engineering role for Summer 2027 in its Los Angeles, CA location. Enjoy work/life balance at our Canoga Park, CA (Los Angeles area) site. At this facility, we design & manufacture rocket engines and unique power systems that support space exploration & the defense of our nation such as NASA’s SLS and Lockheed Martin’s THAAD.

• After orientation and training, interns will perform entry-level engineering tasks on rocket propulsion projects.
• Interns will support senior engineering staff and gain experience and familiarization with company projects.
• Interns must be able to operate effectively in a team environment.
• Projects may focus on aspects of project and component engineering including assisting in the design and development of rocket propulsion hardware and providing technical support to engineers within such areas as combustion devices, turbopumps, small thrusters, valves & actuators, and systems hardware.

Qualifications

• To be eligible, candidates must be pursuing a bachelor's, master's or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field at an accredited university.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $25/hr- $47.50/hr. 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 relocation stipend, 401(k), EAP, 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.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

L3Harris Technologies is a proud 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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