Associate, Materials Process Engineering

About the Role

L3Harris is seeking an Associate Engineer to join the Materials and Process Engineering team within the Missile Solutions segment. This position supports the Materials Laboratory, providing materials testing and technical support for both metallic and non‑metallic materials across Space and Defense product lines. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys laboratory work, learning new test methods, and supporting multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Job Code: 46604

Location: Canoga Park, CA

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off)

Key Responsibilities

• Work under direct supervision following detailed instructions, established procedures, and laboratory protocols.
• Perform materials testing, including sample preparation, materials characterization, and Instron mechanical testing.
• Support engineering projects by developing test protocols, conducting testing, and documenting results for research, development, and failure analysis activities.
• Operate laboratory test equipment, including vacuum ovens, humidity chambers, hardness testers, viscometers, tensile mills, and related instruments.
• Follow all required safety procedures and use assigned personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Handle and work safely with acids, caustic chemicals, and other laboratory materials.

Qualifications

• To be eligible, applicants must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering, Chemistry or related field or have completed their bachelor’s degree within the last 12 months, regardless of age.