Associate Structural Engineer
L3Harris Technologies
Associate Structural Engineer
L3Harris Technologies
Global defense contractor delivering aerospace tech
Job Title: Associate, Structural Engineer
Job Code: 42310
Job Location: Canoga Park, CA
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
The Propulsion Systems Segment of L3Harris is currently seeking an Associate Structures Engineer. This role will be located out of our Propulsion Systems facility located in Canoga Park, CA. In this role, you will support the RS-25 rocket engine program and perform RS-25 component structural analysis in support of flight, test and fabrication.
Essential Functions:
Under close supervision, the Associate Engineer will assist with structural assignments.
60% - Assist with performing structural analyses utilizing classical hand calculation methods and finite element models developed using ANSYS. Conduct static and dynamic structural analyses. Correlate analysis models and test results. Provide input on the products’ ability to satisfy internal structural requirements, as well as those flowed by the customer.
20% - Report status and results of analysis tasks at design and program reviews.
20% - Assist in preparing detailed technical reports documenting all analysis activities.
Qualifications:
To be eligible, applicants must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Structures or related field or have completed their Bachelor’s degree within the last 12 months, regardless of age.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California is $68,000 - $126,000. 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 relocation stipend, 401(k), EAP, 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.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act
Global defense contractor delivering aerospace tech
L3Harris Technologies provides advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems for governments and commercial customers. Its products include sensors, communications, and propulsion—such as tactical radios, night-vision gear, satellite payloads, missile defense, and space propulsion—delivered as integrated systems for operations across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company blends legacy technologies from two joining giants with newer capabilities, faster acquisition cycles, and a focus on missiles, space, and resilient communications to field solutions quickly. Its goal is to be a trusted, scale-ready provider of next‑generation defense and intelligence capabilities for national security and related customers.
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