Scientist, Mechanical Engineer (Space Mechanisms)

Responsibilities

• Design high-precision space opto-mechanical telescopes and complex hardware, including machined components, composite structures, and deployable mechanisms.
• Lead technical team reviews and participate in technical review boards (PDR, CDR, and TIM).
• Interface with multi-disciplinary engineering teams (Structural, Thermal, Electrical, Manufacturing) and external suppliers to drive designs to closure.
• Perform design sensitivity, tolerance analysis, and establish key performance error budgets.
• Select specialized mechanism components such as motors, position sensors, bearings, and lubricants for spaceflight applications.
• Develop and perform testing to provide proof-of-concept and qualification for new designs.
• Support production operations through the design of tooling, test equipment, and shop aids.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of 12 years of relevant professional experience (or 10 years with a Graduate Degree).
• 7+ years of experience in CAD modeling and design tools.
• Proven experience with spaceflight mechanism applications.
• Proficiency in analysis methods, including FEA and hand-calculations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in 3D modeling tools such as Creo, NX, Catia, or Solidworks.
• Experience with FEA tools like FEMAP, MSC Nastran, or ANSYS.
• Proficiency in tolerance stack-up analysis and GD&T.
• Experience with MATLAB for analysis automation and data processing.
• Familiarity with ISO 9000/AS-9100 Quality Management Systems and Lean Manufacturing.
• Experience in leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams through the full product lifecycle.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $50K may be included as part of an offer package.
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).
• Relocation assistance available to qualified applicants.
• Comprehensive health and disability insurance.
• 401(k) matching and flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off, parental leave, and company-paid holidays.

About the Company

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. We deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains to support national security and mission-critical needs for government, civil, and commercial customers.