We are seeking a Senior Associate Engineer, Project and Component Engineering (Electric Thruster) for our Redmond, WA office.

This engineering position will support electric propulsion systems. The successful candidate will support development, qualification, and production of Hall thrusters, arcjets, ion thrusters, or other electric propulsion products.

Essential Functions:

Under guidance of senior staff, the Engineer performs entry-level assignments contributing to the completion of program milestones. The Engineer is expected to quickly acquire the higher level knowledge and skills necessary to resolve increasingly complex challenges. The position requires independent professional judgment and application of engineering principles, theories and concepts.

30% - Supports design, engineering analysis, and manufacture of electric thrusters and their components.

20% - Writes test procedures, procures equipment, conducts tests, analyzes test data, and writes test reports.

20% - Coordinates product and process development from initial ideas through spacecraft integration.

20% - Supports investigation and resolution of hardware and process anomalies and issues identified by risk management or preventative and corrective action.

10% - Engages other members of project or program teams, management, and technical staff to define and implement engineering solutions to meet group, organization, and company objectives.

A Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related discipline and 2 years of related experience (or equivilent experience) is required. Coursework and knowledge in the following areas are preferred: thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials, electrical circuits, plasma physics, and electric propulsion. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint is required. Prefer experience with MATLAB, engineering analysis software packages, or CAD packages. Experience with laboratory hardware, mechanical assembly, or test is a plus. Must have experience working in a team environment and excellent written and verbal skills.

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.