Senior Aircraft Mechanical Design Engineer

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, in Waco, TX, is seeking a Senior Associate in Mechanical Engineering to design aircraft structures and integrate airborne systems using 3D CAD. You will produce detailed drawings, liaison with production, and support bids and new pursuits.

This role requires hands-on analysis, collaboration across teams, and willingness to travel up to 10%. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering degree and 2+ years of design experience, with proficiency in Creo Parametric or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years experience using 3D CAD to create solid models and 2D drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design aircraft primary and secondary structure using 3D CAD and relevant standards.
• Liaise with production and manufacturing for interpretation of drawings.
• Prepare and release drawings within schedule and budget constraints.
• Generate bids for change orders and new pursuits.
• Review designs with peers, management, and customers.
• Mentor junior team members and manage integration design activities.

Skills

3D CAD

Mechanical design

Engineering drawings

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering

Graduate Degree (0–2 years) or equivalent

Equivalent experience in lieu of degree (6+ years)

Tools

Creo Parametric

Siemens NX

Microsoft Office

Job description

L3Harris Technologies, in Waco, TX, is seeking a Senior Associate in Mechanical Engineering to design aircraft structures and integrate airborne systems using 3D CAD. You will produce detailed drawings, liaison with production, and support bids and new pursuits.

This role requires hands-on analysis, collaboration across teams, and willingness to travel up to 10%. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering degree and 2+ years of design experience, with proficiency in Creo Parametric or