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Mechanical Engineering Co-op

Reference #26671

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 electro1-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.

About the Role

This is a 16 month co-op term to start May 2026. You will get to work alongside senior Mechanical Engineers, solving complex issues, generating detailed drawings in SolidWorks, conducting in-depth analyses, and recommending solutions for the Mechanical Engineering team.

Primary Responsibilities 

• Provide mechanical design, analysis, and testing support for new and existing products.
• Generation of drawings and bills of materials.
• Completing assignments of moderate scope and complexity, usually derived parts of larger projects.
• Uses a variety of standard engineering methods and defined best practices in solving problems and executing tasks.
• Assist senior staff in carrying out technical tasks.
• May contribute to definition of departmental best practices of a clearly defined scope.
• Participate in design reviews as either a presenter or a reviewer.
• Supporting the verification and validation of new product designs.
• Implement changes to documentation, technical drawings, parts and assemblies.
• Keep in synchronization with mechanical industry trends and new technologies that may be relevant to L3 Wescam’s present and future product development.
• May involve the design of cabling wire harnesses including developing solutions with electrical engineers, physical routing definition, final drawing generation, and then verification of design in production.

Required Capabilities 

• Some experience with a solid modeling CAD package, SolidWorks preferred.
• A highly motivated, self-starter.
• Mechanical aptitude, good hands-on skills.
• Some mechanical design skills shown through practical course work or experience.
• Good mathematical and analysis skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office products.

Desired Education and Experiences 

• Enrollment in a Bachelors or Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering program

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.

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.