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Associate Engineer, Materials and Processes (Huntsville, AL)

Huntsville, Alabama

Job ID 12488
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Job Description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, 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 Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. 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 Description:

The Aerojet Rocketdyne Business Segment of L3Harris is seeking an Associate Engineer to join our growing Huntsville, Alabama facility.

This position will work in the Advanced Manufacturing Facility’s (AMF) Materials and Process Engineering Laboratory and will be responsible for conducting tests to support material acceptance testing, material shelf-life extension testing, and inert materials characterization. This position will report to the Materials and Processes Engineering AMF Laboratory Manager in Huntsville, AL.

Essential Functions:

  • Test non-metallic materials using a variety of measurement instruments such as balances, universal testing machines, ovens, hotplates, hydraulic presses, and more.
  • Create, cure, and inspect non-metallic materials as needed, utilizing equipment such as ovens, caul plates, hydraulic presses, and autoclaves.
  • Conduct testing according to ASTM/MIL/ISO etc standards, standard work documents, and custom work requests.
  • Measure specific properties and record the data, performing calculations to generate a report, according to specification requirements.
  • Assist investigations in manufacturing and development programs, suggesting specific relevant testing, and carefully presenting the extent of information gained.
  • Communicate with members from other teams and departments to facilitate work and assist the enterprise.
  • Maintain laboratory readiness and cleanliness through 5S+1, kitting, and continuous improvement.
  • Travel is not expected with this position; however, maximum travel is estimated to be 10%

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or appropriate discipline with 0 to 2 years of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • 3.2 GPA or above
  • Basic knowledge of polymeric materials
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Software applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Experience working in a laboratory environment

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 résumé for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your résumé, 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 proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.

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