Sr Specialist, CAD Design (Aerospace Design) : Sign-on bonus ($20K max)
L3Harris
Wilmington, MA · Posted October 1, 2026
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Job Title: Sr Specialist, CAD Design (Aerospace Design) : Sign-on bonus ($20K max)
Job Code: 43855
Job Location: Wilmington, MA
Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)
Relocation: Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants
Sign-On Bonus: A sign-on bonus of up to $20K may be included as part of an offer package for this level
Job Description:
As part of the Hardware CAD organization, you will work with programs at all phases of the product lifecycle to develop and document designs from conceptual representation through final documentation. As a designer you will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of the product data through PLM and CAD tools within the appropriate processes and controls, and will be responsible for enacting changes with direction from program and other engineering functions. This role is expected to become a subject matter expert of process and must be able to manage large, complex project models of substantial importance to the organization with minimal oversight or direction. Communication will be within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes to practices, processes and approaches. You will make significant improvements in processes, systems, or products and provide input into new products/processes that have measurable impact on business or functional results.
Essential Functions:
Develop and maintain solid models aligned with L3Harris processes
Develop documentation (drawings, etc.) as part of a products data
Implement changes to a products data based on guidance from the program team
Assist program teams in major milestones (reviews)
Assist programs in task development as appropriate
Assist the development of proposals
Manage large and complex CAD models and their corresponding data
Ability to obtain a US security clearance
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in a design, technology, or CAD specialization and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate degree and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
3+ years of professional experience using PTC CREO
Professional experience using Oracle Agile PLM or PTC Windchill
Professional experience using GD&T
Professional experience working within Aerospace design environments
Preferred Additional Skills:
Active U.S. Security Clearance highly preferred
Professional experience using configuration management and product data management processes
Familiarity with manufacturing processes both additive and subtractive
Experience managing large product configurations and their corresponding data
Knowledge of project management preferred
Familiarity with MRP, MRPII, and/or ERP systems and processes
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $91,500 – $170,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.