Mechanical Design Specialist

Job Title: Mechanical Design Specialist

Job Code: 42212

Job Location: Cincinnati OH

Schedule: 4/10 - Employees work 10 hour days 4 days a week

Job Description:

The Mechanical Design Specialist will serve as a key technical contributor within the Mechanical Engineering Department at L3Harris Missile Solutions supporting the design and development of mission-critical missile components and assemblies for programsand production support initiatives. This role requires a seasoned professional with 6-10 years of experience who will work collaboratively with mechanical engineers to translate complex design concepts into accurate manufacturable engineering documentation that meets stringent military and industry standards. Join our team where you will make a direct impact on national defense programs while working with cutting-edge missile defense technologies in an environment that values technical excellence innovation and professional growth.

Essential Functions:

Create detailed accurate mechanical engineering drawings for missile components assemblies and sub-assemblies using Solid Edge Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software ensuring compliance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Y14.100 and ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standards

Develop piece part drawings assembly drawings and installation drawings with proper tolerances dimensions GD&T callouts and manufacturing instructions that optimize design intent and manufacturing processes

Manage design trees and Bills of Materials (BOMs) within the Product Data Management (PDM) system ensuring accurate configuration control and data integrity throughout the product lifecycle

Process and incorporate Engineering Orders (EOs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) into existing design documentation coordinating with cross-functional teams to assess impact on manufacturing assembly and testing

Conduct thorough reviews of engineering drawings for accuracy completeness and compliance with military specifications and commercial standards collaborating with mechanical engineers to resolve design issues and optimize designs for manufacturability

Interface with manufacturing quality assurance and supply chain teams to address drawing-related questions discrepancies and provide technical guidance on drafting standards and manufacturing processes

Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives providing technical input on drafting standards best practices and process optimization

Support prototype development and testing activities with accurate documentation and technical collaboration across engineering disciplines

Travel required less than 5% for supplier visits manufacturing support or training as needed

Must be able to obtain and maintain a United States Government Secret security clearance

Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related lieu of a degree minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Experience in defense aerospace medical devices automotive or other highly regulated industries

Demonstrated experience creating complex mechanical drawings for manufacturing and managing engineering change processes

Proficiency with three-dimensional (3D) CAD software and Product Data Management (PDM) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems

Preferred Additional Skills:

Expert proficiency in Solid Edge CAD software (version 2020 or higher) with 4 years of hands-on experience

Advanced knowledge and application of ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles with professional certification (ASME Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Professional certification)

8 years of experience in defense or aerospace industry specifically with missile systems aerospace structures or defense hardware

Active United States Government Secret security clearance or higher

Solid understanding of manufacturing processes including Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining sheet metal fabrication welding casting and assembly operations

Experience with Teamcenter Agile or similar enterprise Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems for configuration management

Knowledge of military specifications and standards including Military Standard (MIL-STD) and Military Specification (MIL-SPEC) requirements

Familiarity with Model-Based Definition (MBD) and Model-Based Enterprise (MBE) initiatives and practices

Experience mentoring or training junior design staff and contributing to team development

Six Sigma Green Belt Lean Manufacturing certification or continuous improvement training

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