Specialist, Project Engineering

L3Harris

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Work type
On-site
Location
Canoga Park, CA
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$92,500–$171,500 / yr
Posted
2 days ago
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Similar $160k
This role $132k
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This role pays less than 62% 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 will join the Missile Solutions Segment to support the development, integration, and testing of pressurant and propellant components like tanks, pressure switches, filters, regulators, transducers, and valves. This role involves collaborating across mechanical, systems, and electrical engineering disciplines to ensure components meet design, performance, and production requirements within defense programs. The position requires applying electrical engineering principles for instrumented components, interpreting electrical schematics, and managing data acquisition and test configurations. Key responsibilities include coordinating with suppliers, performing trade studies, and resolving hardware anomalies. Required skills include proficiency in project engineering, manufacturing processes, and GD&T applications. Preferred technical tools include CREO CAD software, Windchill PLM systems, and Microsoft Office products. The role focuses on the lifecycle of rocket engine components to solve complex integration and fabrication challenges within the defense sector.

What you'll do

  • Execute multiple phases of development for pressurant and propellant components like tanks, switches, and valves.
  • Integrate and evaluate electrical components including transducers, regulators, and sensors to ensure system compliance.
  • Develop, review, and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and interface control documentation.
  • Manage supplier integration to ensure requirements are met on time and within budget.
  • Analyze and verify product designs for adequacy while resolving hardware and process anomalies.
  • Author and refine technical specifications, trade studies, and component-level test plans with subject matter experts.
  • Coordinate technical, schedule, and cost solutions across multiple engineering and manufacturing disciplines.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience, a graduate degree with 2 years of experience, or 8 years of experience without a degree.
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
  • Experience in electrical engineering principles including sensor integration, circuit definition, and troubleshooting.
  • Familiarity with electrical schematics, wiring requirements, and data acquisition (preferred).
  • Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (preferred).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word) (preferred).
  • Experience with engineering drawings, GD&T, manufacturing principles, and lean manufacturing (preferred).
  • U.S. citizens.

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