Test Technician

About the role

L3Harris is seeking a Test Technician at our Cape Canaveral, FL location. This role will work among a multidisciplinary team of technicians and engineers to conduct tests, integration, final assembly and launch operation of complex systems. Launch Operations are executed from U.S. military aircraft and installations and are typically performed outside of the continental U.S. (OCONUS).

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, the selected candidate will:
• Participate in booster build and integration, pre-launch parachute packing and rigging, pneumatic and hydraulic system setup, system level integration & testing, data review, troubleshooting and corrective action.
• Train in both company processes, launch vehicle systems and related test engineering tasks.
• Assist in aircraft integration and launch operations.
• Author and/or assist Test Engineers in the development of test plans and procedures.
• Launch support equipment maintenance and upkeep.

Requirements

• Active DoD 'Secret' Security Clearance with COMSEC.
• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associate’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• Must be able to obtain an FAA Class III (or higher) medical certificate. Must be able to meet USAF Aerospace Physiological standards, satisfactorily complete the associated training, and be willing to perform launch duties aboard USAF aircraft.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working within a team environment.
• Satisfactory completion of safety training for handling, testing, and installation of explosive devices. Environmental testing and/or instrumentation experience is a plus.
• Willing and able to travel inside and outside of the continental U.S.
• Experience or possess a working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Able to operate basic electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, signal generators, etc.
• Capable of learning the operation and maintenance of specialized support and launch equipment used for system level operations and troubleshooting.
• Able to complete an ESD training class and practice prevention methods.
• Possess basic computer skills and familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite of programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Working knowledge of CREO a plus.
• Experience with solid propellant rocket motors is desirable. Excellent mechanical skills and experience reading and following complex technical drawings, procedures, and checklists is a must.
• Previous military or civilian experience as an FAA certified Airframe and Power Plant mechanic is highly desirable.
• Experience coordinating and participating in heavy lift operations and rigging involving bridge and mobile cranes.
• Experience packing parachutes and rigging heavy air drop loads is desired.
• Experience with airfield operations is a plus.

Benefits

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

Pay

Salary range: $70,000 - $90,000 annually. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off.