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L3Harris Technologies · Waco, TX

# Manager, Mechanical Engineering (Sign-on bonus starting at $25k)

Waco, TX Manager or lead Skilled Trades & Maintenance 

Listed on L3Harris Technologies’s official careers site. Listed as of October 19, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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## Job description

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

Manager, Mechanical Engineering - Aircraft *Sign-On Bonus starting at $25k* Job Code: 43103 Job Location: Waco, TX (Onsite)

### Job Schedule

9/80 Job Description: The Mechanical Engineering Manager leads a team of approximately 12 Mechanical Engineers responsible for aircraft system upgrades and structural modifications. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Aerospace Engineering, this leader oversees daily team operations while driving technical excellence, project execution, and process improvement.

### Essential Functions

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Mechanical Engineering team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Oversee mechanical design and integration activities for aircraft system upgrades, including primary and secondary structural components, electrical equipment racks, and external antenna installations. Ensure high-quality 3D CAD designs, engineering drawings, and design reviews that comply with military and commercial standards, customer specifications, and system requirements.

Provide technical oversight and engineering judgment for structural layouts, aircraft modifications, and liaison engineering activities. Manage resource planning, workload forecasting, job assignments, and manpower estimates for ongoing and future projects. Monitor project status, support bid and proposal efforts, and ensure alignment with cost, schedule, and quality objectives. Maintain and enhance mechanical engineering processes, ensuring compliance and driving improvements that support efficiency and innovation.

Own team performance management, including goal setting, coaching, training, and annual reviews. Uphold and model the highest ethical standards while promoting a safe, positive, and inclusive work environment. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

### Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering and minimum 9 years prior related experience. Graduate Degree (Mechanical, Aeronautical and/or Systems Engineering a plus) with a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. Minimum 4 years experience with mechanical design principles of aircraft structure and components. Minimum 4 years experience in modifications to aircraft primary and secondary structure.

### Preferred Additional Skills

Strong analytic and communication skills; ability to coach, train, motivate and manage technical personnel. Sound knowledge of engineering theory, design criteria and complex activities. Ability to write a concise report of findings. Ability to manage complex activities; ability to meet program objectives within contract cost and schedule requirements. Ability to motivate others; sound effective listening skills; pays attention to details; ability to work under pressure; and ability to meet deadlines.

Active Secret security clearance. #LI-AS1 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.

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## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Not stated
- First seen by OpenNash: Aug 21, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 19, 2026
- Listed for: 59 days
- Location: Waco, TX[Apply on L3Harris Technologies’s careers site →](https://careers.l3harris.com/en/job/waco/manager-mechanical-engineering-sign-on-bonus-starting-at-25k/4832/99468972784)

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