Associate, Mechanical Engineering - Sustainment

L3Harris • Greenville, TX

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About The Position

The Sustainment Engineer Associate supports aircraft maintenance, modification, and repair activities by assisting in the evaluation of discrepant conditions, interpreting technical data, and developing basic engineering solutions under the guidance of more experienced engineers. This entry-level role applies fundamental mechanical or aerospace engineering principles to aircraft systems, structures, and installations within production, maintenance, and repair environments.

The Associate works closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Design Engineering, and Program teams to help maintain production flow, support aircraft sustainment activities, and ensure the structural and functional integrity of delivered products. The role supports the transition from engineering design to manufacturing and installation, assists with troubleshooting production and maintenance issues, and contributes to engineering documentation and technical communication. Associates receive mentorship and direction while gradually developing decision-making capability, technical proficiency, and cross-functional coordination skills.

Requirements

• Be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM discipline, or have completed a Bachelor’s degree within the last 12 months, regardless of age.
• Apply fundamental mechanical or aerospace engineering principles to aircraft systems, structures, and installations.
• Use critical thinking, proactive learning, and engineering problem-solving skills.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, models, tolerances, and technical documentation.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Be able to navigate and work in aircraft hangars, flight lines, and manufacturing facilities, board and exit aircraft, and maneuver in restricted areas such as wings, fuselage compartments, and fuel tanks using appropriate safety gear.
• Support off-shift or overtime work as required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate nonconforming conditions and determine appropriate engineering dispositions using critical thinking, proactive learning, and engineering problem-solving skills.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, models, tolerances, and technical documentation to support MRB decision-making.
• Communicate effectively across engineering and production teams through written and verbal communication.
• Support off-shift or overtime work as required to meet program schedules and aircraft delivery commitments.
• Work in aircraft hangars, flight lines, and manufacturing facilities, including boarding and exiting aircraft and maneuvering in restricted areas using appropriate safety gear.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level