Senior Specialist, Mechanical Engineer (Mechanisms)

About the role

L3Harris is seeking a Senior Specialist, Mechanical Engineer (Mechanisms) to join our team in Carlsbad, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, with a focus on precision mechanisms and electro-mechanical assemblies. This role requires a high level of independence and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of significant system components while adapting to evolving program needs
• Generate Technical Data Package components (Part and Assembly drawings, etc.)
• Prototype, integrate, and test component parts and assemblies
• Develop test plans and procedures for mechanical subsystems
• Perform test and evaluation of component parts and systems
• Participate in peer reviews, PDRs, CDRs, and other required design reviews
• Participate in product change review meetings and discussions and implement changes
• Participate in interdisciplinary design teams and reviews
• Direct Designers/Technicians/Operators as part of a design team
• Support field testing/demonstration efforts as an ME field representative

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience, or
• Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience, or
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience
• Active Top Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance is required (active within the last two years will be considered)
• Favorable polygraph

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience in design or development of precision mechanisms, mechatronic systems, and/or packaging of modules and electronics
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as Creo and understanding of ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing standards
• Experience in additive manufacturing, part optimization, and design for manufacture and assembly
• Experience with actuators, custom gear trains, electro-optical systems, materials testing, and manufacturing processes

Pay & Benefits

The salary range for this role in California is $102,000 - $189,000. L3Harris offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. L3Harris Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.