Engineering Technician D - 1st Shift
About The Position
L3Harris Technologies’ Communication Systems segment is seeking an experienced Engineering Technician D for its Salt Lake City, Utah facility. This highly developed technical contributor performs advanced work across electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and optical systems, with a strong emphasis on testing, troubleshooting, fault isolation, and system performance verification. The technician independently supports the design, construction, integration, testing, troubleshooting, calibration, repair, and maintenance of equipment, components, devices, and systems. Work is performed from schematics, engineering drawings, manuals, test procedures, and written or verbal instructions, using a range of test and diagnostic equipment to identify issues, analyze system behavior, isolate root causes, and verify proper operation and performance. The role requires sound judgment, initiative, and problem-solving to resolve complex technical issues and support reliable system performance. The technician conducts detailed tests, interprets results, recommends corrective actions, and contributes solutions to improve manufacturing, engineering, and test operations. The role also includes mentoring junior technicians and providing technical recommendations to improve troubleshooting methods, test effectiveness, and team performance. The position is scheduled for a 1st-shift 9/80 schedule: 80 hours worked over nine days in each 14-day period, with every other Friday off.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 8 years of relevant technical experience, or an associate degree and at least 4 years of related experience.
- Highly developed technical knowledge in electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and/or optical systems.
- Ability to work autonomously and support others through mentorship and guidance.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams and departments.
- Experience resolving complex technical issues requiring independent judgment.
- Ability to support process improvements and recommend new procedures or methods.
- Proficiency with test equipment, diagnostic tools, and technical documentation.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills across multiple technical domains.
- Experience leading or facilitating technical work within a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced construction, troubleshooting, calibration, testing, repair, and maintenance across electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and optical systems.
- Diagnose complex issues, isolate faults, and verify system performance using engineering documentation, test procedures, and advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Conduct calibration, alignment, and functional checks; make required adjustments or component replacements; and document results accurately in prescribed formats.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to lower-level technicians on tasks and technical approaches.
- Recommend solutions to technical issues, applying judgment and initiative to resolve complex challenges.
- Independently support the design, construction, integration, testing, troubleshooting, calibration, repair, and maintenance of equipment, components, devices, and systems.
- Interpret test results, recommend corrective actions, and contribute solutions that improve manufacturing, engineering, and test operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
