Specialist, Mechanical Engineering (Space Optics)

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Specialist, Mechanical Engineer (Space Optics) to design and develop spaceborne precision optics, mirrors, mounts, and cryogenic optical systems for IR payloads. You will perform trade studies, lead small to mid-sized teams, and contribute to PDRs/CDRs to ensure mission success.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of related experience (8+ years in lieu of a degree) with strong CAD skills and experience in space environments;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience; graduate degree with at least 2 years required, or equivalent 8 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in design and testing for space environments (temperature, vacuum, radiation).
• 3+ years of experience in 3D CAD modeling using industry standard tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical systems development for IR payloads and subsystems from requirements to specifications and interface definition.
• Design precision optics components for cryogenic applications, including mirrors, mounts, windows, and focal plane hardware.
• Drive cross-functional design teams and author PDRs/CDRs and other design reviews.

Skills

Mechanical design

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

PTC Creo

SolidWorks

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: Specialist, Mechanical Engineer (Space Optics)

Job Code: 44003

Job Location: Fort Wayne, IN

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off)

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants

Job Description:

This role will support the design and development of space borne precision optics, mirrors and mounts, and cryogenic optical systems for IR payloads. Includes completing mechanical systems analysis, architecture definition, Specification and ICD development with supporting trade studies.

Essential Functions:

• Mechanical systems development for IR payloads and subsystems from requirement allocations and flow downs to specification and interface definition and compliance verification
• Detailed mechanical design skills of precision optics for IR payloads including optical mirrors, mirror mounts, windows, filters focal plane mounts and telescopes for cryogenic applications
• Leadership of small to mid-sized cross-functional design teams for IR payloads and mechanical subsystems
• Author PDRs, CDRs, and other required design reviews
• Perform trade studies to determine optimal designs
• Assist with schedule, cost, and technical responsibility at the major subsystem level
• Responsible for directing and reviewing, the work of junior engineers and designers and technicians.
• Participate in risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies for complex projects
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Security Clearance
• Up to 10% travel may be required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• Professional experience in design and testing for space environments (i.e., temperature, vacuum, radiation, etc.)
• 3+ years of experience in 3D CAD modeling using industry standard tools

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Active Secret Clearance is preferred
• Experience with optical focus and thermalization design experience
• Optical alignment design experience
• PTC Creo or Solidworks is strongly preferred
• NASA 5017 and ABMA Standards knowledge
• GD&T, tolerance stacks
• Experience with Tribology
• Prior COBRA or Orbis experience
• Prior experience in developing aircraft structures or major sub-assemblies is strongly desired
• Prior electronics packaging experience
• Design experience in spaceborne IR optical systems

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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