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$88,500 - $164,500
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Carlstadt, NJ (On-Site/Office)
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Job Title: Specialist, Structural Engineering
Job ID: 34539
Job Location: Carlstadt, New Jersey (ARDE)
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
As part of L3Harris, ARDE is a world-leading provider of advanced pressure vessels for aerospace applications. Our products support human spaceflight, launch vehicles, satellites, and defense systems, contributing to some of the most exciting and challenging projects in the industry.
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Specialist in Structural Engineering to join our dynamic ARDE Engineering Team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, analysis, and support of testing and production of pressure vessels for critical aerospace and defense applications. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including design engineers, drafters, and production staff, to deliver innovative and reliable solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Functions:
Qualifications:
Preferred Additional Skills:
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in the state of New Jersey is $88,500 - $164,500. 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.
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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 is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. 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: Specialist, Structural Engineering
Job ID: 34539
Job Location: Carlstadt, New Jersey (ARDE)
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
As part of L3Harris, ARDE is a world-leading provider of advanced pressure vessels for aerospace applications. Our products support human spaceflight, launch vehicles, satellites, and defense systems, contributing to some of the most exciting and challenging projects in the industry.
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Specialist in Structural Engineering to join our dynamic ARDE Engineering Team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, analysis, and support of testing and production of pressure vessels for critical aerospace and defense applications. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including design engineers, drafters, and production staff, to deliver innovative and reliable solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Functions:
- Lead the design and structural analysis of pressure vessels, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
- Generate detailed engineering drawings and documentation, working in partnership with drafters and other engineering staff.
- Perform advanced stress and fracture analyses using both analytical methods and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools.
- Support and oversee testing activities, including pressurization, vibration, and rupture tests, to validate design integrity and performance.
- Provide technical support during the manufacturing and production phases, troubleshooting issues and implementing design improvements as needed.
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports, design documentation, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging lessons learned and best practices to enhance product quality and engineering processes.
- Stay current with emerging technologies, materials, and industry trends relevant to structural and pressure vessel engineering.
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.Bachelor's or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field.
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field preferred.
- Experience in structural analysis, including proficiency with Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
- Proficiency in drafting and 3D modeling software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
- Strong command of MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to clearly document and present complex engineering concepts.
- Experience with ABAQUS FEA software.
- Prior experience in structural or mechanical design for aerospace applications.
- Experience in composite structural design and analysis.
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations for pressure vessel design (e.g., ASME, NASA, or military standards).
- Hands-on experience supporting test and production environments in the aerospace or defense sector. Personal Attributes:
- High degree of autonomy and initiative, with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable engineering solutions.
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced, and technically challenging environment.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in the state of New Jersey is $88,500 - $164,500. 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.
#LI-AT4
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.
L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.
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