Sr Specialist, Mechanical Engineer (Space Precision Mechanisms)

L3Harris • Fort Wayne, IN • 3d ago

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: Sr Specialist, Mechanical Engineer (Space Precision Mechanisms)

Job Code: 33914

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 mechanisms, mirrors and mounts, and cryogenic optical systems for IR payloads. It includes completing mechanical systems analysis, architecture definition, Specification and ICD development with supporting trade studies. Job will include leading teams of engineers in accomplishing the above assignments.

Essential Functions:

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

Mechanical systems leadership 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 mechanisms for IR payloads including optical gimbals, bearings, twist capsules, deployment mechanisms, flexures and mirror mounts for cryogenic 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

Qualifications:

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

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

Preferred Additional Skills:

Active Secret Clearance is preferred

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

Excellent people skills, with experience leading and collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment

Experience with team leadership

Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation)

Prior electronics packaging experience

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.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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