Specialist, Project Engineering

L3Harris

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Work type
On-site
Location
Canoga Park, CA
Salary
$92,500–$171,500 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
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Similar $160k
This role $132k
$79k most similar roles pay here $214k

This role pays less than 61% of similar roles. Most pay $119,500–$201,050 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $132k versus about $160k for comparable roles.

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About L3Harris

L3Harris Technologies is a US aerospace and defense technology company providing space and airborne systems, communications, electronic warfare, and missile propulsion solutions for government and commercial customers.

L3Harris currently has 513 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,500–$197,500 across 190 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Specialist, Project Engineering

Specialist, Project Engineering joins the Missile Solutions Segment to support advanced propulsion systems and execute multiple phases of pressurant and propellant components, including tanks, pressure switches, filters, regulators, transducers, and valves. The role involves translating engineering concepts through the product life cycle, coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams to refine specifications and test plans, and ensuring supplier integration meets schedule and budget requirements. Day-to-day responsibilities include analyzing product design for reliability, resolving hardware anomalies, and making process improvements. Key skills include interpreting technical drawings using GD&T symbology, knowledge of lean manufacturing, and proficiency in Microsoft Office products. Preferred technical expertise includes experience with CREO CAD software, Windchill PLM systems, and the production or testing of rocket engine components. The role addresses critical engineering challenges within the defense industry to ensure successful component completion for mission-critical programs.

What you'll do

  • Execute multiple phases of production and fabrication for pressurant and propellant components like tanks, valves, and regulators.
  • Translate engineering and scientific concepts from preliminary ideas through the entire product life cycle.
  • Manage supplier integration to ensure requirements are met on time and within budget.
  • Coordinate with technical staff to provide integrated solutions for project schedule, cost, and technical objectives.
  • Author and refine specifications, trade studies, design concepts, and component-level test plans.
  • Analyze and verify product designs for adequacy and reliability while resolving hardware and process anomalies.
  • Implement enhancements to systems and processes to improve operational effectiveness in the job area.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of relevant engineering experience, or a Graduate Degree and 2 years of experience.
  • Minimum of 8 years of related engineering experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office products (Project, Excel, Powerpoint, Word) (preferred).
  • Experience interpreting technical drawings and knowledge of GD&T symbology and application (preferred).
  • Knowledge of production systems, methods, and lean manufacturing principles (preferred).
  • Experience in the defense industry with an existing clearance (preferred).
  • U.S. citizens.

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