Senior Mechanical Scientist: Precision Mechanisms (On-Site)

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 146,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. seeks a Senior Scientist, Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design and integration of precision mechanisms for mission systems.

The role spans concept through test, with on-site work at Palm Bay, FL; Chantilly, VA; or Carlsbad, CA, and involves collaborating with manufacturing, quality, and test teams. Ideal candidates will have a top-tier degree path, extensive related experience, and active security clearance.

Qualifications

• Requires advanced business knowledge and highest level of technical mastery in the area.
• Leadership to guide teams without formal management role.
• Security clearance: Top Secret or Top Secret/SCI (active within 2 years).

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design, analysis, prototype integration, and qualification testing for precision mechanisms and hardware.
• Develop 3D models, drawings, and assembly documentation.
• Plan and execute component and system-level tests; drive design improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

Creo

3D CAD

GD&T

ASME Y14.5

Job description

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. seeks a Senior Scientist, Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design and integration of precision mechanisms for mission systems.

The role spans concept through test, with on-site work at Palm Bay, FL; Chantilly, VA; or Carlsbad, CA, and involves collaborating with manufacturing, quality, and test teams. Ideal candidates will have a top-tier degree path, extensive related experience, and active security clearance.