Senior Specialist, Mechanical Engineering

Job Title: Sr. Specialist Mechanical Engineering

Job Code: 37883

Job Location: San Diego CA

Job Schedule: 9/80 (employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off)

JobDescription:

L3Harris in San Diego CA is seeking a senior professional with strong knowledge of cable and interconnect design to support the design and manufacture of Tracking Telemetry and Command products for airborne and space-based applications. This role involves designing drafting and documenting cable and wiring harnesses for various applications ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in CAD software knowledge of relevant standards and the ability to work collaboratively with contract manufacturers and cross-functional teams.

Essential Functions:

• Design and draft cable and wiring harnesses for electro-mechanical systems using CAD software.
• Create detailed schematics wiring diagrams and harness layouts IAW ASME Y 14.100.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards including IPC/WHMA-A-620 SAE AS50881 NASA-STD-8739.4 and others as applicable.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to establish design requirements and specifications.
• Perform design verification and validation activities.
• Prepare bills of materials (BOM) and other documentation required for manufacturing.
• Coordinate with procurement and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are producible and cost-effective.
• Review and update designs and documentation as needed to reflect changes in requirements or standards.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of all designs and design changes.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical guidance as needed.

Required Qualifications (one of the following):

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related field and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience.
• Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
• In lieu of a degree minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in cable and wiring harness design.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD SolidWorks or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards including IPC/WHMA-A-620 SAE AS50881 NASA-STD-8739.4.
• Excellent understanding of schematic diagrams wiring diagrams and harness layout.
• Experience with design verification and validation processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Electronic packaging experience for aviation or space environments.
• Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFM/DFMA) experience.

• Knowledge of PCB layout and design practices and standards.
• Familiarity with Electronics assembly and construction processes and techniques.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements the salary range for this role in California Massachusetts New Jersey Washington and the Greater D.C Denver or NYC areas is $102000 - $189000. 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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