Engineering Technician D (Prototype Assembly Lab)

L3HHCM20 • Palm Bay, FL

23h • Onsite

About The Position

L3Harris is seeking a self-directed, experienced Engineering Technician D to assist in the prototype and development of electronic hardware builds in a hands-on engineering laboratory. This position focuses on supporting prototype, first article, and low volume manufacturing of communications-based hardware, including cables and Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs). The role includes providing feedback on design and process improvements through cycles of rapid learning and development.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 8 years of prior relevant experience, or 2 years post-secondary/Associate’s Degree with 4 years of prior related experience.
• Highly developed job knowledge and hands-on experience in laboratory-based electronics troubleshooting and failure analysis.
• Experience with one or more of the following: microscopy, X-ray inspection, cross-sectioning, decapsulation, semiconductor deprocessing, or fault isolation techniques.
• Ability to work autonomously and apply judgment within established procedures.
• Excellent manual dexterity and microscope-based working capability.
• Experience collaborating in a small lab environment.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, if required.

Nice To Haves

• JSTD 001 solder and rework certification.
• IPC 610A certification.
• IPC 620 certification.
• Active TS/SCI clearance

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with other engineering disciplines to communicate issues, draft technical procedures, and review designs within specified areas to meet project and program deadlines.
• Operate in a dynamic and interactive team environment within a rapid development laboratory.
• Independently perform and lead various assembly tasks, including surface mount technology using a pick and place machine or harness and cable builds, ensuring adherence to required tolerances and customer specifications.
• Interpret and follow moderately complex sketches, schematics, drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and provide feedback on assembly drawings, BOMs, engineering change orders, process control instructions, and detailed work instructions.
• Conduct hardware kit verification.
• Perform hand soldering of surface-mount technology (SMT), through-hole, and fine-pitch components.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree