Specialist, Project Engineering

L3Harris Technologies; Orange (VA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Orange, VA is seeking an experienced Specialist Project Engineer to coordinate propulsion program tasks with the program management team. The role involves implementing design and analysis tasks and overseeing studies and experiments.

You will coordinate ballistic, thermal, and structural analyses, perform post-test examination and reporting, and provide technical direction across functional areas while supporting the program technical lead.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; 4+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Graduate degree with 2+ years of related experience preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, equivalent 8 years of related experience may apply.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate propulsion program tasks with program management.
• Read, interpret, and write specifications and technical documents.
• Prepare design requirements to support project goals.
• Stay current in technologies to support project assignments.
• Provide direction in investigations and RCCA across functions.
• Lead RCCA process and root-cause analysis.
• Review and approve engineering drawings.
• Travel up to 25%.
• Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Graduate Degree

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, Project Engineering

Job Code: 45033

Job Location: Orange, VA

Job Schedule: 4/10: Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week

Job Description

L3 Harris is seeking an experienced Project Engineer for our Orange, VA location. The Specialist Project Engineer role involves performing and/or coordinating propulsion program tasks in conjunction with program management. Under limited general direction, you will be responsible for implementing design and analysis tasks and overseeing special studies and experiments. Additionally, you will coordinate ballistic, thermal, and structural analyses, as well as perform post-test examination, analyses, and reporting while supporting the program technical lead.

Essential Functions

• Provide imaginative, thorough, and practicable solutions to a wide range of technical problems involving the conventional utilization of engineering techniques
• Read, interpret, and write specifications and technical documents
• Prepare technical and design requirements in support of project goals
• Keep current in relevant technologies and methods in support of project assignments
• Provide direction in problem investigations and resolution across functional areas
• Understand and/or leads Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) process
• Review and approve engineering drawings
• Travel up to 25%
• Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and minimum 4 years of prior relevant Engineering 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.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
• Two or more years of experience with solid propellant propulsion projects is highly desired.
• Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, with technical and non-technical professionals at all levels.
• Ability to establish and maintain priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work well both independently and within a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, in a collaborative, dynamic and multi-disciplinary environment.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Virginia is $80,500-$149,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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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