Associate, Mechanical Engineering
Waterdown, Canada
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Job Title: Associate, Mechanical Engineering (L1)
Job ID: 34820
Job Location: Waterdown, Ontario
About L3HARRIS WESCAM
As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high-magnification electro-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.
Job Description:
Our Mechanical Engineers are responsible for design of highly complex opto-mechanical and electromechanical components from concept straight through to production. Although our work is driven by specific objectives, goals and defined boundaries, we execute our work under wide guidelines.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Mechanical design support for new and existing products
- Generation of assembly drawings for new and existing products
- Support senior engineers on new product design by generating detailed drawings and parts lists
- Investigation, analysis and recommendations of improvements for product reliability, product performance and cost reductions
Desired Education and Experiences
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Preferred Skills:
- Skilled in the use of a solid modeling CAD package
- A highly motivated self-starter
- Mechanical aptitude, good hands-on skills
- Mechanical design and analysis skills
- Knowledge of drawing standards and mechanical design standard practice
- Strong communication skills
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office products
- Meets the requirements of the Controlled Goods Registration Program and is eligible for a Canadian government security clearance
*This posting is for a current vacancy. In the province of Ontario, Canada, the pay range for this position will be $77,500 to $89,100
Diversity & Inclusion
We believe that diversity among our employees makes us a stronger organization.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our L3Harris WESCAM family, and our community by welcoming and encouraging applications from anyone interested without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, Aboriginal status or any other legally-protected groups. For people with disabilities, we work with you throughout the recruitment process to ensure you have what you need in order to be at your best. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment/interview process, or as you begin your career with us just let us know and we will take care of you.
This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.
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At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. 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. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.
L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.