Engineering Technician B

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris is seeking an Engineering Technician B for our Salt Lake City, Utah facility. You will support testing, calibration, and maintenance of electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and optical systems under general supervision.

Ideal candidates have a technical foundation and a desire to grow in a mission-focused, high-technology environment, with opportunities to advance within the organization.

Qualifications

• Foundation in technical work and readiness to grow in a mission-focused, high-technology environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with testing, troubleshooting, calibration, adjustment, and maintenance of components and systems across multiple technical domains.
• Perform alignment checks, modifications, adjustments, and component replacements in support of unit testing and verification while following established procedures.
• Operate test equipment, execute test procedures, and document test data and results in required formats.
• Work from schematics, manuals, engineering drawings, and instructions to complete routine technical assignments.
• Identify problems in straightforward situations and elevate issues when necessary.

Skills

electronic systems

mechanical systems

electromechanical systems

troubleshooting

diagnostic

test equipment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Engineering Technician B
Job Code: 44869

Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Schedule: 9/80 (employee's work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off)

L3Harris’ Communication Systems segment is currently seeking a Engineering Technician B to join our team. This position will be based at our Salt Lake City, Utah facility.

Job Description

The Engineering Technician B supports a wide range of technical activities involving electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and optical systems. In this developing‑level role, you will assist in the testing, troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance of equipment and components. You will work from engineering drawings, schematics, manuals, and both written and verbal instructions while learning to navigate complex machinery and systems.

You will operate with general supervision and gradually take on more responsibility as you become proficient in diagnosing issues, following established procedures, and supporting tests and data collection. This position is ideal for individuals with a foundation in technical work who want to grow their skills in a mission‑focused, high‑technology environment.

Essential Functions

• Assist with testing, troubleshooting, calibration, adjustment, and maintenance of components and systems across multiple technical domains.
• Perform alignment checks, modifications, adjustments, and component replacements in support of unit testing and verification while following established procedures.
• Operate test equipment, execute test procedures, and document test data and results in required formats.
• Work from schematics, manuals, engineering drawings, and instructions to complete routine technical assignments.
• Identify problems in straightforward situations and elevate issues when necessary.

Required Qualifications (one of the following)

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience.
• 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Familiarity with electronic, mechanical, or electromechanical systems.
• Basic troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Experience working with test equipment or quality‑control tools.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a production or engineering team.
• Interest in developing deeper technical expertise and advancing to higher technician levels.
• Developing technical knowledge with the ability to follow established processes and procedures.
• Ability to work under general supervision with moderate instruction.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret technical information

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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. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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