Job Title: Lead, Mechanical Engineer

　　Job Code: MEP5

　　Job Location: Redmond, WA

　　Job Description:

　　The selected candidate is considered a subject matter expert with comprehensive knowledge of the job area and will perform mechanical design engineering assignments requiring application of advanced engineering principles, theories and concepts to develop propulsion hardware for spacecraft and missile programs. Assignments may include acting in a lead role for a team of mechanical design engineers responsible for the design of complex propulsion system hardware.

　　This position requires highly-refined mechanical design skills that will be applied in designing and solving issues in the development and integration of high pressure/power and extreme temperature Mechanical Engineering hardware such as chemical and electric propulsion systems along with propulsion components such as injectors, reaction chambers, nozzles, cathodes, and magnetic accelerators for liquid rocket engines and electric propulsion thrusters. Working independently at most times while seeking the guidance of other senior staff and subject matter experts when necessary, the candidate will support and produce the innovative designs and design changes necessary to be used in these high pressure/power, extreme environment applications.

　　Essential Functions:

　　Personally support and lead a team responsible for completion of design tasks that generate mechanical design components and their higher level systems for high pressure/power and extreme environment applications. Interpret engineering models and drawings and perform tolerance studies. Evaluate technical input from hardware suppliers and work with cross functional teams on producibility improvements and cost savings. Candidate will participate in trade studies and preliminary designs using 3D CAD modeling software tools (Creo/NX). Candidate will also support independent peer review of work performed by others on an as-needed basis.

　　Work is guided by individual annual goals and objectives with minimal oversight or direction. Frequently responsible for providing guidance, coaching and training to other employees across the Company within design function. Frequently responsible for managing large, complex project initiatives of strategic importance to the organization, involving large cross-functional teams.

　　Performs or coordinates thermal and structural analysis for predicting component and system level performance in the design of the products. Interacts with manufacturing to assure hardware is producible. Actively seeks out and communicates opportunities for manufacturability improvements in hardware designs and manufacturing processes.

　　Personally prepares and lead a team responsible for generation of engineering drawings with associated geometric dimensioning and tolerancing in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards. Actively leads team meetings to assure design content for new or modified engineering designs. Prepares CAD files for team approval and active manages design release.

　　Prepare and deliver presentations for internal and external customers. Responsible for preparing and/or peer reviewing engineering reports to support tolerance studies, engineering analyses, or failure investigations, including technical close-out reports.

　　Qualifications:

　　Requires comprehensive level knowledge of job area. May have in-depth knowledge of project management. Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.

　　Preferred Additional Skills:

　　An advanced degree or coursework toward an advanced degree is a plus.

　　Significant experience using Creo and NX CAD geometry-based modeling is required. Experience using the Windchill product lifecycle management system is desired.

　　Experience in the design and development of mechanical systems and working knowledge of ASME Y14.5 is required.

　　Strong mechanical engineering background with knowledge and understanding of fluid flow principles. Experience leading a team of mechanical engineers with such backgrounds is desired.

　　Experience designing aerospace hardware is required.

　　Well-developed component and system level knowledge of chemical and electric rocket propulsion hardware is desirable.

　　Well-developed understanding of manufacturing processes (welding, brazing, machining, heat treating) is required.

　　Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Power Point) is required.

　　In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $117,000 MIN - $218,000 MAX. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

　　L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.