Senior Specialist, Mechanical Engineer

L3Harris Technologies • Rockwall, TX

22d • Onsite

About The Position

L3Harris is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Mechanical Engineer responsible for designing the mechanical packaging of ultrawideband antenna and electronically scanned array (ESA) systems across various lifecycle phases for their Advanced Aperture Solutions (AAS) group. This role involves being part of a multi-disciplined engineering team working on diverse antenna development and production projects. The Sr. Specialist, Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the design of detailed parts, assemblies, configuration management, environmental testing, and installations for various structures. The role is suited for an individual open to additional learning and eager to immerse themselves in both project work and research and development activities. The Advanced Aperture Solutions (AAS) group is a quick reaction capability (QRC) aperture solutions business based in Rockwall, TX, responsible for the design and development of high-gain antenna systems for military airborne, maritime, and ground platforms. The team utilizes state-of-the-art design tools, including CST Design Studio Antenna Modeling Software, SolidWorks, Circuit Board design software, MATLAB software, and a PCB Laser for rapid prototyping, to provide critical ISR capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree 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.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with configuration management tools such as Agile PDM and SolidWorks PDM.
• Experience with antenna simulation, analysis, and packaging tools including CST and SolidWorks.
• Phased array assembly design experience preferred.
• Metallic and non-metallic 3-D printing experience preferred.
• Experience with sinuous and spiral antenna cavity designs.
• Experience with aircraft integration assembly design.
• An understanding of programming languages (MATLAB, C/C++, LabVIEW, Qt, Python).
• Experience with wiring/block diagrams, mechanical drawings, and PCB schematic/layout drawings.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Research, preparation of engineering drawings, and coordination of design activities with Engineering and Production to ensure that designs meet manufacturability requirements.
• Understand complex antenna and phased array systems.
• Assess and report on mechanical project status, risks, and issues.
• Guide engineering team on mechanical best practices to ensure designs meet customer requirements.
• Design detailed parts, assemblies, configuration management, environmental testing, and installations for various structures.
• Interface with customers on technical matters, ensuring satisfaction and business growth.

What This Job Offers

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