About the role#
The Opto-Mechanical Engineering department at L3Harris Technologies is looking for a student to join the team as a junior engineer. You will work on hands-on projects related to imaging systems, supporting senior engineers with testing, data analysis, and design activities. This role offers a supportive environment where you can take on technical challenges and gain practical experience.
What you'll do#
- Test complex precision mechanics and opto-mechanical assemblies, including infrared and visible imaging lenses.
- Create advanced test setups to measure the performance of electro-mechanical and optical systems.
- Develop and implement new automation capabilities.
- Generate data analyses to support senior design engineers.
- Evaluate commercial technologies and identify potential suppliers.
- Assist with the development of new assemblies by generating CAD models and drawings.
- Execute engineering changes and release processes.
- Support production and test tooling design while following established mechanical engineering standards.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor or advanced degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Engineering Physics, Physics, or a related field.
- Ability to commit to a 16-month co-op term, with 12-month terms occasionally available.
- Knowledge of mechanical engineering, precision mechanics, and opto-mechanical design principles.
- Proficiency in mechanical CAD software, with Solidworks experience preferred.
- Experience with Matlab or similar software packages.
- Knowledge of electro-mechanical drive design and materials science, including corrosion, composites, and surface coatings.
- Experience working in mechanics or optics lab environments.
- Familiarity with optical design software like Oslo, CodeV, or Zemax is an asset.
- Understanding of basic optics principles, such as geometrical optics, lens design, radiometry, and thin-film coatings, is an asset.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to solve problems independently.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- The position is on-site and full-time.
- Compensation is $25 per hour.
About L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company provides technology solutions for space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. It maintains headquarters in Melbourne, Florida. The organization functions as a public company with over 31,000 employees.
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