Specialist, Mechanical Engineer (Opto-Mechanical)

L3Harris • Rochester, NY • 3h 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: Specialist, Mechanical Engineer (Opto-Mechanical)

Job Code: 43201

Job Location: Rochester, NY

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants

Work Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)

Job Description:

Design and development of space-based optomechanical systems and/or mechanical support equipment often with interfaces to precision composite structures for spacecraft payloads. Responsibilities include completing optomechanical performance, manufacturing, and reliability assessments, mechanical assembly definitions, and technical specifications with supporting trade studies. Trade studies include considerations for feasibility of design within time and cost constraints. Technical activities include documentation of recommendations for presentation, review, and approval. Activities also include developing design concepts, supporting drawing creation, assigning and evaluating tolerances, and driving drawing releases. Candidate will actively participate in cross-functional teams of engineers and designers to accomplish the above assignments. Responsibilities may include investigating solutions to product or process problems.

Essential Functions:

Apply experience in opto-mechanical, electro-mechanical design, tooling/fixture design

ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing standard

Utilization of finite element analysis

Ability to apply knowledge of mechanical design principles

Oversee suppliers, including technical oversight and mechanical ICD/specification development

Communication skills (verbal and written) for internal and external presentations and reviews. Communication includes within and outside of own function to gain cooperation on operational processes, practices, and procedures.

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.

Experience with finite element analysis

Experience using CAD tools

Preferred Additional Skills:

Secret clearance or higher

CAD experience, especially PTC Creo

Experience in an aerospace and/or optics environment

Understanding of space-based optical system design

Excellent problem-solving skills

Strong analytical skills with emphasis on using and/or directing finite element analysis (FEA) desired especially FEMAP, with knowledge of hand calculations

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, Vermont and Virginia is $76,500.00 - $142,500.00. 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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