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L3Harris Technologies · 5 hours ago

Sr Specialist, Mechanical Engineer (Space Systems Structures)

Fort Wayne, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

L3Harris Technologies is a trusted disruptor in the defense industry, focusing on end-to-end technology solutions for national security. The Sr Specialist, Mechanical Engineer will lead the design and development of space-borne precision optics and mechanical systems, ensuring compliance and optimal performance for IR payloads.

CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Knowledge of both technical and project/team management for the mechanical aspects of IR payloads

Mechanical systems leadership for IR payloads and test equipment from requirement allocations and flow downs to specification and interface definition and compliance verification

Detailed mechanical design skills of precision optical metering structures for IR payloads including, flexures and mirror mounts, alignment mechanisms and test/alignment fixtures for cryogenic optical applications

Collaborate with Manufacturing and Procurement during the build and test of mechanisms

Leadership of small to mid-sized cross-functional design teams for IR payloads and mechanical subsystems

Strong communication skills for internal and external presentations and reviews

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

Complete cost estimation for proposals

Acts as primary interface to customers & upper management

Provide guidance and mentorship for other team members formally or informally

Responsible to direct and review the work of junior engineers and designers and technicians

Participate in risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies for complex projects

Up to 10% travel may be required

Qualification

Mechanical systems leadership3D CAD modelingDesign for space environmentsPrecision optical designGD&THands-on mechanical engineeringTeam leadershipRisk assessmentCommunication skillsMentorshipCollaboration

Required

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

Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Security Clearance

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

Experience with GD&T

Prior or current hands-on mechanical engineering experience to include integration and diagnosis of complex mechanisms and products