Manager, Mechanical Engineering

L3Harris Technologies•Bellmead, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineering Manager leads a team of approximately 12 Mechanical Engineers responsible for aircraft system upgrades and structural modifications. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Aerospace Engineering, the manager oversees daily team operations while driving technical excellence, project execution, and process improvement. The role is onsite in Waco, Texas, and follows a 9/80 schedule: employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours, and have every other Friday off. A sign-on bonus starting at $25,000 is offered. The manager leads, mentors, and develops the team; oversees aircraft mechanical design and integration; ensures designs and engineering documentation meet applicable standards and requirements; provides technical oversight; and manages resources, workload, and project execution. The role also maintains engineering processes, manages team performance, and promotes ethical conduct and a safe, positive, and inclusive work environment. The ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering and at least 9 years of mechanical design engineering experience; alternatively, a graduate degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, and/or Systems Engineering with at least 7 years of experience; or, in lieu of a degree, at least 13 years of mechanical design engineering experience.
At least 4 years of experience with mechanical design principles for aircraft structures and components.
At least 4 years of experience modifying aircraft primary and secondary structures.
Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, and/or Systems Engineering.
Active U.S. Secret security clearance.
Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to coach, train, motivate, and manage technical personnel.
Sound knowledge of engineering theory, design criteria, and complex activities.
Ability to write concise reports of findings.
Ability to manage complex activities and meet program objectives within contract cost and schedule requirements.
Ability to motivate others, listen effectively, pay attention to detail, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Mechanical Engineering team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Oversee mechanical design and integration for aircraft system upgrades, including primary and secondary structural components, electrical equipment racks, and external antenna installations.
Ensure high-quality 3D CAD designs, engineering drawings, and design reviews comply with military and commercial standards, customer specifications, and system requirements.
Provide technical oversight and engineering judgment for structural layouts, aircraft modifications, and liaison engineering activities.
Manage resource planning, workload forecasting, job assignments, and manpower estimates for ongoing and future projects.
Monitor project status, support bid and proposal efforts, and ensure alignment with cost, schedule, and quality objectives.
Maintain and enhance mechanical engineering processes, ensuring compliance and driving improvements that support efficiency and innovation.
Manage team performance, including goal setting, coaching, training, and annual reviews.
Uphold and model high ethical standards while promoting a safe, positive, and inclusive work environment.