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Specialist, Mechanical Engineer (Space Structures) Sign-on bonus (15K max)

L3Harris


Job Location:

Wilmington, DE - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 88500 - 164500
Posted: 12 September 2026 (2 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 10 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Specialist Mechanical Engineer Structural Analysis (Space Structures)

Job Code: 40736

Job Location: Wilmington MA

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

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants

Sign-On Bonus: A sign-on bonus of up to $15K may be included as part of an offer package for this level

Job Description:

L3Harris has an opportunity for a Structural Analyst to join our talented engineering organization within the Space Superiority and Imaging division. This position is for an experienced professional that will perform mechanical analysis tasks on complex opto-mechanical systems and precision mechanisms in a program team environment. This position is responsible for the analysis of composite metallic ceramic and glass components and assemblies for exquisite space and airborne systems.

Essential Functions:

  • Interpret design specifications and create finite element models of complex components and assemblies for structural analysis.
  • Analyze the models for stress strain displacement modes etc. at both component and assembly levels.
  • Prepare reports formal documentation and presentation materials summarizing analysis results and presenting results to both external and internal groups.
  • Ensure a comprehensive technical approach to meet assigned goals while providing assistance to engineering team in order to meet team objectives.
  • Frequently interface directly with customer technical leads and management.
  • Participates in and present information for Preliminary Design reviews (PDR) Critical Design Reviews (CDR) and Technical Interchange Meetings (TIM).
  • Interfaces with outside suppliers/customers and other engineering disciplines to drive designs to closure (Thermal Systems Engineering Electrical Manufacturing Integration and Testing Quality Configuration Management).
  • Presents design details at program reviews to customers and independent reviewers.
  • Support new business opportunities
  • Work multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing situations

Qualifications:

  • 4 years with a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering or science degree required or2 years of experience with a Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering or science lieu of a degree minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
  • 2 years of professional experience years of structural analysis methods (FEA and hand-calculations)
  • Professional experience with FEA and Pre/Post Processor software (preferably Femap with Nastran)
  • 2 years of professional experience in aerospace systems with an emphasis on structural/dynamics analysis
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS/SCI security clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Active U.S. Security clearance is preferred
  • Knowledge of system level hardware design & development mechanical and structural analysis payload level integration & test and risk mitigation for space-based environments.
  • Experience supporting programs with mission/requirements definition concept generation trade studies design sensitivity/optimization studies preliminary and final design selection component selection integration and test support materials selection FEM modeling design documentation and collaboration with manufacturing operations for fabrication in a program team environment.
  • Experience with optics and/or opto-mechanical hardware.
  • Ability to work independently and within a multi-disciplined team environment
  • Experience in the space industry highly desired
  • Familiarity with CAD software preferably Autodesk Inventor and CREO
  • Experience with computational programming such as Matlab or Python.

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 $88500.00 - $164500.00. 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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