Level 3 Communications, Inc

Specialist, Mechanical Engineering

Level 3 Communications, Inc$85K — $100K *
Waco, TX 76706In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field, with a minimum of 4 years relevant experience or a graduate degree with 2 years of experience.
  • At least 1 year of experience in mechanical design principles specific to aircraft structure and components.
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in aircraft primary and secondary structure modifications.
  • 2 years of experience using 3D CAD software for creating solid models and detailed drawings.
  • Familiarity with basic Microsoft Office applications (Word and Excel).
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

  • Design aircraft structures using 3D CAD following military and commercial standards.
  • Liaise with production for engineering design interpretations.
  • Prepare and release engineering drawings on schedule and within budget.
  • Generate bids for design change orders and new projects.
  • Document and review designs with team, management, and clients.
  • Utilize strong mechanical design principles for aircraft components.
  • Engage in hands-on work in an aircraft environment as required.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on diverse aircraft projects and technologies.
  • Exposure to all phases of product design from concept to installation.
  • Career growth potential through varied project work and responsibilities.
  • Hands-on experience in both fixed-wing and rotary-wing applications.
  • Supportive corporate structure for skill development and mentoring.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Specialist, Mechanical EngineeringJob Code: 42004Job Location: Waco, TX (Onsite)Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

Mechanical engineers at L3Harris have the opportunity to engage in a wide variety of design activities over a broad range of aircraft (both fixed-wing and rotary-wing). Mechanical engineers are responsible for developing designs ranging from the integration of state-of-the-art airborne systems into special mission aircraft to developing specialized aircraft modifications. Engineers utilize 3D parametric CAD, rapid prototyping and other tools in the development of designs and validation of those designs. Engineers will produce technical drawings, procedures and other documents to thoroughly define the design. As an L3Harris engineer you will be involved in all phases of the product design, including concept development, detail design, manufacturing, installation on the aircraft and follow up with the customer.

The L3Harris organizational structure allows engineers to work on a variety of projects throughout their career at various levels of responsibility. This combined with a very diverse business base, from fixed-wing to rotary-wing aircraft, from state-of-the-art military technology to opulent head of state interiors, from aluminum to composite structures, the opportunity to broaden your engineering skill set and accelerate your career path is available at L3Harris Modernization and Modifications Group in Waco, TX.

Essential Functions:
  • Design and liaison of aircraft primary and secondary structure utilizing military and commercial design standards, customer specifications and system requirements documents utilizing 3-dimensional CAD.
  • Provide liaison to production and manufacturing for interpretation of engineering design/drawings.
  • Conducting engineering drawing preparation and release within allocated schedule and budget constraints.
  • Generating bids for customer requested change orders and new pursuits.
  • Documenting and reviewing designs with peers, management, and customers.
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles for aircraft structure and components.
  • Strong analytic and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in aircraft and in an aircraft hangar environment. Ability to climb/board and work inside aircraft. Ability to bend, stoop, balance, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, grasp. Ability to work in narrow aisles or passageways.
  • Willingness and ability to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as required.
  • Willingness and ability to travel as required (
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
  • Minimum 1 year experience with mechanical design principles of aircraft structure and components.
  • Minimum 1 year experience in modifications to aircraft primary and secondary structure.
  • Minimum 2 years experience with the use of 3D CAD programs to create solid models and 2D detail, assembly, and installation drawings.
  • Minimum 2 years experience with basic Microsoft Office software applications including Word and Excel.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.

Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Active DoD Secret security clearance
  • Mid-level knowledge of 3D CAD tools:
    • Creo Parametric, Siemens NX or equivalent
  • Familiarity with aircraft and military design standards such as:
    • SAE AS50881, MIL-STD-704, MIL-E-7016, SAE ARP4754, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-882, MIL-HDBK-516
  • Ability to manage budgets and schedules, serve as a task leader within the team, and mentor junior team members for integration design and liaison.


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