Senior Aircraft Mechanical Engineer – Modifications & Structures

Jobtome; Elm Mott (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Waco, TX is seeking a Senior Specialist in Mechanical Engineering for aircraft applications. The role focuses on designing structures for fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms, integrating airborne systems, and supporting the full product lifecycle from concept to installation and service.

The team operates in a 9/80 schedule with on-site work, and the candidate will engage in diverse projects within the Modernization and Modifications Group in Texas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in mechanical/aero engineering with required experience or an equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years using 3D CAD for solid models and drawings.
• Minimum 2 years of aircraft structure design experience.
• Experience modifying aircraft primary/secondary structures.

Responsibilities

• Obtain a US Secret security clearance.
• Design primary and secondary aircraft structures using 3D CAD.
• Liaise with production for interpretation of drawings.
• Prepare and release engineering drawings within schedule and budget.
• Generate bids for change orders and new pursuits.
• Review designs with peers, management, and customers.
• Work in aircraft hangar environment and travel up to 10%.

Skills

3D CAD

Mechanical design

Aircraft structures

Team mentoring

Communication skills

US Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering

Graduate Degree or 10+ years experience alternative

Tools

Creo Parametric

Siemens NX

Job description

L3Harris Technologies in Waco, TX is seeking a Senior Specialist in Mechanical Engineering for aircraft applications. The role focuses on designing structures for fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms, integrating airborne systems, and supporting the full product lifecycle from concept to installation and service.

The team operates in a 9/80 schedule with on-site work, and the candidate will engage in diverse projects within the Modernization and Modifications Group in Texas.