Engineering Technician B

L3Harris Technologies•Town of Gates, NY

15h•$45,000 - $84,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Integration Group of L3Harris in Rochester, New York, is seeking an experienced electrical technician to assemble and integrate complex electromechanical space-flight components. The role includes working directly with engineers on the design and development of new and existing products to optimize designs for manufacturability. Proficiency in cable and harness builds and component soldering is needed. The technician works in a manufacturing and/or prototyping environment, reads engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and detailed work instructions, and maintains accurate manufacturing records and documentation. The role requires contributing both independently and as part of a team, using a microscope to work with fragile electronic assemblies, and following established policies, procedures, and labor-charging practices. Overtime, shift work, weekends, holidays, and some travel may be required. The employee must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 4 years of relevant experience, or 2 years of post-secondary education/ an associate degree and 0 to 2 years of related experience.
Ability to become certified to all IPC, JSTD, or comparable NASA certifications.
Proficiency in cable and harness builds and component soldering.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with fragile electronic assemblies under a microscope.
Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.
Ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and detailed work instructions.
Appropriate computer knowledge.
Clear and concise verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or above in an electronics or electrical field.
Experience in an electrical, mechanical, or optical discipline.
Current certification to IPC, JSTD, or comparable NASA certifications.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing practices.
Aerospace or defense industry experience.

Responsibilities

Assemble and integrate complex electromechanical space-flight components.
Work directly with engineers on the design and development of new and existing products to optimize designs for manufacturability.
Perform work in a manufacturing and/or prototyping environment.
Read engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and detailed work instructions.
Maintain accurate records and manufacturing documentation.
Present ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups.
Identify problems and suggest solutions.
Follow established policies, procedures, and proper labor-charging practices.
Contribute both independently and within a team environment.
Work with fragile electronic assemblies under a microscope.
Be willing to work overtime, shift work, weekends, holidays, and some travel.