Senior Specialist, Mass Properties Engineer

L3Harris Technologies; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

L3Harris MMG Division is seeking a Mass Properties Engineer for our onsite facility in Waco, TX. The role involves performing mass properties analyses for aircraft modifications, documenting impacts, and producing clear reports for program teams and customers.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Engineering with 6+ years of relevant experience (or a Graduate Degree with 4+ years, or 10+ years with no degree) and can obtain a DoD security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering; 6+ years of relevant experience, or 4+ years with a Graduate Degree, or 10 years with no degree.
• Extensive experience with Aircraft Weight & Balance: weight analysis, W&B logbooks, CG plotting and tracking.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mass properties analyses for aircraft modification programs and document impacts on mass properties.
• Prepare detailed analyses and well‑written reports and communications in a timely manner.
• Represent the Mass Properties Group on program teams, meetings and customer briefings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

DoD clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Graduate Degree (optional)

Tools

Nx

Creo

CATIA

SolidWorks

AWBS system

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: Senior Specialist, Mass Properties Engineer (Sign‑on bonus $15k‑$25k)

Job Code: 40768

Job Location: Waco, TX (Onsite)

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description

L3Harris MMG Division is seeking a Mass Properties Engineer for our onsite facility located in Waco, TX. The Mass Properties Engineer will be an integral member of the overall Flight Sciences team. They will be involved in the conduct of mass properties analyses related to aircraft modification programs. Individual will prepare detailed analyses documenting the impact of modifications on overall aircraft mass properties characteristics. Individual will create thorough, well‑written documentation, reports, and other forms of written communication in a timely, efficient and effective manner. Will participate in and will represent the Mass Properties Group on program teams, internal meetings and customer briefings. Will support the other engineers in their conduct of analyses, including assisting with test events, weighing parts, recording data, etc.

Essential Functions

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Frequently interact with numerous other departments in carrying out assigned duties.
• Involved in the day‑to‑day support of the aircraft Weight & Balance data/logbooks, including participation in and updates for aircraft inventories, modifications, and weighings.
• Meets the highest ethical standards.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• Willingness and ability to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Ability to assist with two‑person lift; work in narrow spaces; bend/kneel/lift/push/pull; use ladders; work in hot & cold environments.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and effectively track a variety of assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Minimum 4 years experience with Aircraft Weight & Balance: weight analysis of designed parts, W&B logbook development and tracking, aircraft CG plotting and tracking, weight distribution analysis, weighing of parts, assemblies, and full aircraft.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience with various design software packages, e.g. Nx, Creo, CATIA, SolidWorks.
• Experience or familiarity with the AWBS system.
• Skilled in use of Microsoft Office Software Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an 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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