Lead, Mass Properties Engineer

L3HHCM20 • Bellmead, TX

22d • Onsite

About The Position

L3Harris MMG Division is seeking a Mass Properties Engineer for their onsite facility located in Waco, TX. This role is an integral member of the overall Flight Sciences team, involved in conducting mass properties analyses related to aircraft modification programs. The individual will prepare detailed analyses documenting the impact of modifications on overall aircraft mass properties characteristics, create thorough documentation and reports, and represent the Mass Properties Group in program teams, internal meetings, and customer briefings. The engineer will also support other engineers with analyses, test events, weighing parts, and data recording.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, Math, or Physics and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience in Mass Properties Engineering, OR Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience, OR minimum of 13 years of prior related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 4 years experience with Aircraft Weight & Balance, including weight analysis of designed parts, W&B logbook development and tracking, aircraft CG plotting and tracking, weight distribution analysis, weighing of parts, assemblies, and full aircraft.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Meets the highest ethical standards.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• Willingness and ability to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Ability to assist with two-person lift; work in narrow spaces; bend/kneel/lift/push/pull; use ladders; work in hot & cold environments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with any of various design software packages, e.g. Nx, Creo, CATIA, SolidWorks.
• Experience or familiarity with the AWBS system.
• Skilled in use of Microsoft Office Software Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Conduct mass properties analyses related to aircraft modification programs.
• Prepare detailed analyses documenting the impact of modifications on overall aircraft mass properties characteristics.
• Create thorough, well-written documentation, reports, and other forms of written communication in a timely, efficient and effective manner.
• Participate in and represent the Mass Properties Group on program teams, internal meetings and customer briefings.
• Support other engineers in their conduct of analyses, including assisting with test events, weighing parts, and recording data.
• Frequently interact with numerous other departments in carrying out assigned duties.
• Support the day-to-day aircraft Weight & Balance data/logbooks, including participation in and updates for aircraft inventories, modifications, and weighings.
• Prioritize, organize, and effectively track a variety of assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees