Specialist, Mechanical Engineer (Design)

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Plano, TX is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Specialist to engage in the design of aircraft structures and systems. Responsibilities include developing engineering drawings, leading design teams, and ensuring project requirements are met efficiently. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s Degree and possess a strong background in Mechanical Design Engineering within the Aerospace sector, as well as CAD skills. US citizenship and the ability to obtain a DOD Secret clearance are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with four years of experience in Mechanical Design Engineering within Aerospace.
• Minimum 2 years CAD skills, preferably NX/Unigraphics.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design of parts, assemblies, and installations for aircraft structures.
• Lead design activities and coordinate with multiple departments.
• Review design approvals for detail parts and assemblies.

Skills

Mechanical Design Engineering

CAD skills (NX/Unigraphics preferred)

Excellent written and verbal communication

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Graduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Job description

Job Title: Specialist, Mechanical Engineer (Design)

Job Code: 34950

Job Location: Plano, TX (Onsite)

Job Schedule: 1st Shift 9/80

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineering Specialist will be responsible for participating in the design of detail parts, assemblies, and installations for aircraft structures, mission equipment installations, and mechanical systems installations. Qualified candidates will apply basic engineering design and/or analytical theory with understanding of structural analysis for application to integrated system design.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for research, development of layouts, preparation of engineering drawings, and coordination of design activities with Tooling, Flight Sciences, Manufacturing, and Production to ensure that designs meet requirements at minimum cost.
• Able to lead engineers in the design of detail parts, assemblies, and large installations for aircraft structure modifications.
• Incorporate feedback from multiple parties and stakeholders into their designs and installation packages.
• Review and approve the design of detail parts and assemblies to support aircraft modification installations.
• Designs will be accomplished using world‑class, three‑dimensional solid modeling CAD tools and work will be accomplished with senior‑level design engineers. Mechanical design engineers can work on a wide variety of tasks and aircraft systems on various aircraft platforms.
• Knowledge and familiarity with part configuration database software.
• Meeting delivery schedules, tracking budgets, and aspects of project management.
• Able to move to and from the flight line, work in an aircraft production environment, and board/exit aircraft as required.
• Familiar with aircraft systems or structure.
• Familiarity with aircraft structural repairs, STC’s, or general modification.
• Excellent written, verbal, and communication skills.
• Computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret security clearance.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with four (4) years of Mechanical Design Engineering experience within the Aerospace industry.
• Graduate Degree with two (2) years of Mechanical Design Engineering experience within the Aerospace industry.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of eight (8) years of Mechanical Design Engineering experience within the Aerospace industry.
• Minimum 2 years CAD skills (NX/Unigraphics preferred, ProE, Catia).
• Must be a US Citizen.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Active Secret Clearance.

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.

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