Senior Specialist, Mechanical Engineering

About the role

L3Harris is seeking a senior professional with strong knowledge of cable and interconnect design to support the design and manufacture of Tracking, Telemetry, and Command products for airborne and space-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and draft cable and wiring harnesses for electro-mechanical systems using CAD software.
• Create detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness layouts IAW ASME Y 14.100.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards, including IPC/WHMA-A-620, SAE AS50881, NASA-STD-8739.4 and others as applicable.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to establish design requirements and specifications.
• Perform design verification and validation activities.
• Prepare bills of materials (BOM) and other documentation required for manufacturing.
• Coordinate with procurement and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are producible and cost-effective.
• Review and update designs and documentation as needed to reflect changes in requirements or standards.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of all designs and design changes.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical guidance as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field 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.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in cable and wiring harness design.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards including IPC/WHMA-A-620, SAE AS50881, NASA-STD-8739.4.
• Excellent understanding of schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, and harness layout.
• Experience with design verification and validation processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Electronic packaging experience for aviation or space environments.
• Knowledge of PCB layout and design practices and standards.
• Familiarity with Electronics assembly and construction processes and techniques.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain a security clearance.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of industry standards including IPC/WHMA-A-620, SAE AS50881, NASA-STD-8739.4.
• Experience with design verification and validation processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Educational qualifications as outlined in the requirements.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• EAP.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Company-paid holidays.

Pay

The salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C., Denver, or NYC areas is $102,000 - $189,000. 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.

Schedule

9/80 (employee's work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off).