Sr. Associate, Systems Integration / Test Engineer

L3Harris•Waco, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

L3 Harris is actively seeking a direct hire opportunity as a Specialist, Systems Integration / Test Engineer for our facility in Waco, TX. This position has competitive benefits and relocation package. The Systems Test Engineer will be responsible for performing systems engineering test tasks associated with aircraft modernization, maintenance and new aircraft systems integration and testing. Responsibilities to include but not limited to: Performs development and execution of software quality methods and processes. Responsible for tests, methods and procedures to ensure continuous improvement to software quality assurance standards. Support the development effort required to integrate Avionics, Communications and Mission systems on multiple assigned platforms. Tasking includes authoring of Test Procedures, and performing System Operation and Verification Tests (SOVT) for avionics, communications, including cockpit systems, special mission systems, and navigation equipment. Desired Technical skills include proficiency in the use of common and advanced test equipment, including test related software. Candidate may also support future business pursuits, which include avionics systems development and integration for military applications. Candidate must interface well with other disciplines and effectively present technical information to others which include customers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders, while setting and maintaining the highest ethical standard for self and others. Candidate should understand basic electrical theory, electronics test equipment (digital voltmeter, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF signal generators, RF power meters, network Analyzers) and their applied use in testing of RF systems and mixed signal products. Must be capable of reading and interpreting block diagrams, wire diagrams, and circuit schematics to isolate component malfunctions. Travel may be up to 50% of the time and required primarily within the U.S, but may include OCONUS.

Requirements

Bachelor degree plus a minimum of 2 years aircraft systems test engineering experience. With an Graduate degree must have a minimum 0 years aircraft systems test engineering experience. With H/S or GED must have a minimum of 6 years aircraft systems test engineering experience.
Must have a current DOD Secret Security Clearance and be able to obtain a TS/SCI Security Clearance.
Must have functional working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Must be able to travel as required.
Must be able to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as required.
Must be able to obtain a FAA 3rd class medical certificate and be willing to fly on platforms under test.
Checks, tests, and troubleshoots electrical systems for conformance to specifications and performs repair, removal, and reinstallation of wiring as necessary.
Sometimes in confined spaces.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds or if weight is over, employee must utilized a lifting team of two people; the load should only be increased by two thirds the sums of their individual capabilities.
Ingress/ Egress evaluations will be conducted to determine compatibility with criteria specified for emergency aircraft evacuation procedures.
Candidate should understand basic electrical theory, electronics test equipment (digital voltmeter, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF signal generators, RF power meters, network Analyzers) and their applied use in testing of RF systems and mixed signal products.
Must be capable of reading and interpreting block diagrams, wire diagrams, and circuit schematics to isolate component malfunctions.

Nice To Haves

A&P and/or FCC license desired
Effective communicator
Strong team member
Excellent troubleshooting skills

Responsibilities

Performs development and execution of software quality methods and processes.
Responsible for tests, methods and procedures to ensure continuous improvement to software quality assurance standards.
Support the development effort required to integrate Avionics, Communications and Mission systems on multiple assigned platforms.
Tasking includes authoring of Test Procedures, and performing System Operation and Verification Tests (SOVT) for avionics, communications, including cockpit systems, special mission systems, and navigation equipment.
Interface well with other disciplines and effectively present technical information to others which include customers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders, while setting and maintaining the highest ethical standard for self and others.
Reading and interpreting block diagrams, wire diagrams, and circuit schematics to isolate component malfunctions.
Checks, tests, and troubleshoots electrical systems for conformance to specifications and performs repair, removal, and reinstallation of wiring as necessary.