L3Harris Technologies · 4 hours ago
Sr. Specialist, Mechanical Engineer
L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The role of Sr. Specialist, Mechanical Engineer involves performing mechanical engineering analysis, participating in design reviews, and developing designs using 3D CAD tools to ensure structural and thermal performance of components.
Responsibilities
Support design effort by performing mechanical engineering analysis to establish validity of proposed designs
Participate in design reviews and provide feedback to enhance the structural and thermal performance of components and mechanisms
Develop designs using 3D computer aided design tools
Perform and document structural and analysis utilizing classical techniques and finite element analysis to establish the validity of proposed designs
Perform kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms
Perform modal shock and vibration analysis
Conducts thermal analysis, flow analysis, and vibration analysis
Work with other mechanical designers and other engineers to optimize designs for structural and thermal performance
Participate in design reviews to demonstrate that design meets all specification and customer requirements
Support the creation of technical performance specifications and assist Purchasing Dept. with procurement of items as necessary
Adhere to budget and schedule commitments
Prepare and review design documentation in accordance with contract requirements and/or internal standards
Perform estimates for manpower and other resources factors for analysis-related tasks
Prepare and present internal and external design reviews, Preliminary Design Review and Critical Design Review activities to demonstrate the design meets all specifications and customer requirements
Critically examine a new or existing design to verify that design principles have been correctly applied
Develop working designs, computer solid models, design layouts and drawings using MCAD/MCAE tools
Ensure quality through adherence to the Quality Systems Manual, applicable Standard Work Instructions and other standards invoked internally or contractually
Work in a typical office environment with exposure to light manufacturing environment and laboratory environment
Use of safety equipment (PPE) is required in designated areas
Travel domestically and internationally as needed (:10%)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate degree with 4 years of prior relevant experience
U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
Proficiency in SiemensNX and/or Creo
Experience with analysis tools such as Ansys, MathCAD, and CFDesign for structural, thermal, and vibration analysis
Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
Experience transitioning designs from prototype to production, including support for Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP)
Ability to perform classical hand calculations and interpret convergence data to validate finite element analysis (FEA) results
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with AutoCAD, PADs, LabVIEW, and Xilinx
Benefits
Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
EAP
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays
Company
L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies provides platform management system solutions for armed forces.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.25B2024-03-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
1978-01-13IPO
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