Senior Mechanical Engineer, Defense & Aerospace Systems

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Senior Associate, Mechanical Engineering to design, develop, and qualify mechanical systems within a collaborative team. Day-to-day includes 3D modeling, design documentation, integration and testing on aerospace/defense modules.

The role emphasizes GD&T, CAD tools, PLM, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. Travel is limited and a competitive salary with benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years related experience; graduate degree or equivalent with 0–2 years; in lieu of a degree, 6 years related experience.
• Experience in mechanical design for Aerospace/Defense industries.
• Understanding of GD&T and ASME Y14.5.
• Experience with CAD tools and PLM systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, integration, and operational support of modules and electronics for Aerospace/Defense.
• Mechanical design in 3D CAD.
• Create drawings, specifications, and data items meeting customer and military specs.
• Prototype, integrate, and test component parts and assemblies.
• Perform stress, thermal, shock, and vibration analysis using FEA software (ANSYS).
• Develop test plans and procedures for mechanical subsystems.
• Test and evaluate component parts and systems.
• Participate in peer reviews and design reviews (PDRs/CDRs).
• Coordinate with manufacturing and quality to ensure producibility.
• Adhere to product development processes and configuration management.
• Travel as needed (typically <30 days/year).

Skills

3D CAD

FEA

GD&T

ASME Y14.5

PLM systems

MS Office

Communication skills

Leadership

DoD clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering

Graduate degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD tools and PLM systems

ANSYS or similar FEA software

Job description

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Senior Associate, Mechanical Engineering to design, develop, and qualify mechanical systems within a collaborative team. Day-to-day includes 3D modeling, design documentation, integration and testing on aerospace/defense modules.

The role emphasizes GD&T, CAD tools, PLM, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. Travel is limited and a competitive salary with benefits is offered.