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Scientist, Mechanical Engineering (Electronics Packaging)

L3Harris Technologies

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Engineering - Electrical
Plano, TX (On-Site/Office)

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Scientist, Mechanical Engineering (Electronics Packaging)

Job Code: 32911

Job Location: Plano, TX

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants

Job Description:

The Agile Development Group (ADG) specializes in developing disruptive, next-generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV), advanced radar systems, next-generation weapon systems, and other RF sensor technologies using small company agility and big company experience. Team is seeking an Electronic Packaging Mechanical Engineer to work with a cross-functional team to develop, design, and implement radar systems. The position will follow the product from conceptualization through hardware integration and test. The position will interface with Designers, Thermal/Structural Analysts, Systems Engineers, other engineering disciplines, Program Managers, and customer counterparts. The position will require leading the mechanical engineering activities related to the design, analysis, documentation, fabrication, assembly and qualification of product to the specification requirements, typically with stringent technical, schedule, and process requirements. Candidate must have experience in 3D modeling, critical HW design and development to include environmental requirements, power delivery, and aggressive thermal management. Candidate must have the ability to work independently and within a multi-disciplined team environment. Candidate must have experience leading team and pushing forward mechanical technologies.

Essential Functions:
  • Proposal support and development
  • Assist with developing overall site wide Mechanical strategy
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams in the development of new solutions.
  • Significant CAD modeling of parts & assemblies
  • Perform trade studies to determine optimal designs
  • Review Structural and thermal analysis of components & assemblies
  • Have deep understanding of thermal management of high-power electronics in constrained volumes.
  • Electromechanical integration and electronics packaging
  • Lead mechanical design efforts
  • Lead peer reviews, PDRs, CDRs, and other required design reviews
  • Schedule, cost, and technical responsibility at the major subsystem level
  • Interface to customers & upper management
  • Provide guidance and mentorship for other team members formally or informally
  • Responsible for directing and reviewing the work of junior engineers and designers and technicians.
  • Participate in risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies for complex projects
  • Ability to obtain and maintain any additional clearances as required
  • Proficiency in CAD tools such as Solidworks/Creo
  • Take on roles such as IPT Lead when necessary


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance
  • Experience with standard ASME Y14.5M-1994 and GD&T
  • 6+ years experience in 3D CAD modeling - PTC Creo, Catia, NX, or Solidworks
  • 8+ years experience packaging electronics including design for and testing to military environments (i.e. temperature, vibration, shock, etc.)
  • 8+ years experience with thermal management of high-power electronics.
  • Experience leading in the generation of technical content for bids: scope capture, requirements development, materials pricing, and labor estimates as required


Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Excellent people skills, with experience leading and collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation)
  • Strong hands-on capabilities, to include integration and diagnosis of complex mechanisms and products
  • Experience with EVMS cost and schedule practices


L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an 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.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Visit L3Harris.com for more information.

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L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
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