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Specialist, Design (Designer/Drafter)

L3Harris Technologies

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Specialist, Designer (Designer/Drafter)

Job Code: 41818

Job Location: Millersville, MD or Herndon, VA (on-site)

Job Schedule: 9/80 Regular ( Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

In a fast moving and increasingly complex world, L3Harris is anticipating and rapidly responding to challenges with agile technology – creating a safer and more secure future . L3Harris is seeking a dynamic Designer/Drafter who will design and manufacture electronic data acquisition systems for use in Anti-Submarine Warfare, ship self-defense, acoustic ranges and geophysical exploration products. They utilize CAD software to create blueprints, perform simulations to ensure safety and efficiency, and oversee production to meet project specifications.

Essential Functions:

  • Create and edit CAD models/files, engineering drawings and documents to ensure correct fit, interchangeability, application of geometric tolerances and conform to company and industry drawing standards.
  • Ensure that engineering drawings and documents are complete and are properly logged into the company's data repository.
  • Materials, finishes, and workmanship callouts in accordance with industry specifications.
  • Design of mechanical parts, components & assemblies, including electromechanical components.
  • Ensure that assigned project tasks meet technical and schedule requirements. Identify problems and recommend work around plans and alternatives.
  • Implement check and balance procedures to monitor, review and evaluate design activities performed to assure conformance with customer requirements, company standards and sound engineering practices.
  • Demonstrates strong computer skills and proficiency in using engineering CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred).
  • Able to excel in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
  • Highly self-motivated, organized and detail oriented.
  • Promote cordial relationships and foster and maintain a favorable business profile with customers, suppliers, co-workers, industry and professional associations, government agencies and the local community
  • Ability to travel 5%-10%.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret security clearance.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years prior related experience, or master's degree and minimum 2 years prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum 8 years of prior related experience.
  • At least 2 years of SolidWorks experience.
  • Experience with the application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
  • Experience with engineering design and drafting per ASME Y14.100 Engineering Drawing Practices.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Active Secret security clearance.
  • Undersea Systems experience preferred.
  • Experience with electronic data acquisition, ship self-defense, and related systems.
  • Ability to speak, read, and write the English language.
  • Proficient in MS Office.
  • Project Management experience.
  • Flexibility to adjust to changing requirements, schedules, and priorities.
  • Detail-oriented and high level of organization skills.
  • Highly motivated and eager to learn and acquire new skills.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $79,000.00 - $147.000.00. 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.

LI-IK1

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish . For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish

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