Mechanical Engineer Intern (Fall 2026) (Waco TX)

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: Mechanical Engineer Co-op

Terms: Fall (August 17th - December 18th)

Job Location: Waco, Texas

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off.

Job Description:

• Mechanical engineers at L3HARRIS have the opportunity to engage in a wide variety of design activities over a broad range of aircraft (both fixed-wing and rotary-wing). Mechanical engineers are responsible for developing designs ranging from the integration of state-of-the-art airborne systems into special mission aircraft to developing specialized aircraft modifications. Engineers utilize 3D parametric CAD, rapid prototyping, and other tools in the development of designs and validation of those designs. Engineers will produce technical drawings, procedures, and other documents to thoroughly define the design. As an L3HARRIS engineer you will be involved in all phases of the product design, including concept development, detail design, manufacturing, installation on the aircraft and follow-up with the customer.
• The L3HARRIS organizational structure allows engineers to work on a variety of projects throughout their career at various levels of responsibility. This combined with a very diverse business base, from fixed-wing to rotary-wing aircraft, from state-of-the-art military technology to head of state interiors, from aluminum to composite structures, the opportunity to broaden your engineering skill set and accelerate your career path is available at L3HARRIS in Waco, TX.

Essential Functions:

• Design and liaison of aircraft primary and secondary structure utilizing military and commercial design standards, customer specifications and system requirements documents utilizing 3-dimensional CAD.
• Provide liaison to production and manufacturing for interpretation of engineering design/drawings.
• Conducting engineering drawing preparation and release within allocated schedule and budget constraints.
• Generating bids for customer requested change orders and new pursuits.
• Documenting and reviewing designs with peers, management, and customers.

• Generate and/or process engineering change orders (ECO's) as required
• Work directly with mechanical designers on CAD models and part documentation

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Materials Science Engineering or related field

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with the use of 3D CAD programs to create solid models and 2D detail, assembly, and installation drawings. Experience with CREO (Pro/engineer) or NX preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical design principles for aircraft structure and components.
• Exercising systematic and precise efforts to achieve goals
• Experience working with: engineering theory, design criteria and complex activities.
• Experience partnering with cross functional teams to achieve goals

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. 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.

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