Engineering Technician C

L3Harris Technologies; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

EAP

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris is seeking an experienced Electrical Test Technician to support engineering activities for moderately complex tests of advanced optical-sensing spaceflight hardware in Rochester, NY. The role requires working with limited supervision and may involve overtime and shift work to meet production timelines.

The candidate will apply standard technical principles, generate test results, and document findings in technical reports, while collaborating with senior staff and ensuring compliance

Qualifications

• 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
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance

Responsibilities

• Support preparation of the test environment
• Serve as a supporting member of the Test Readiness Review process
• Generate and provide initial review of test results
• Follow established procedures and detailed instructions with minimal guidance from more senior functional staff

Skills

Electrical test equipment

Effective communication

Technical reporting

Aerospace and defense testing

Overtime willingness

Travel up to 10%

MS Office

Cleanroom experience

LabVIEW

C++

Python

Scripting languages

Visio

Security clearance readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree

Tools

MS Office

LabVIEW

C++

Python

Scripting languages

Microsoft Visio

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 C

Job Code: 44445

Job Location: Rochester, NY

Job Schedule: Shift 1, 9/80 (Every other Friday off)

Job Description

The Assembly Integration and Test factory at L3Harris is seeking an experienced Electrical Test Technician to support engineering activities for moderately complex tests of advanced optical‑sensing spaceflight hardware. The role applies standard technical principles to execute test plans and procedures and is considered a fully proficient, individual‑contributor Engineering Technician Level C. Working with limited supervision, the technician may serve as a resource in areas of expertise and will handle moderately difficult tasks requiring judgment. Testing may involve electrical, radiometric, or optical performance in ambient, vibration, thermal, vacuum, or EMI environments. The position supports delivery of thoroughly tested aerospace products and systems in compliance with specifications and production requirements.

Essential Functions

• Support preparation of the test environment
• Serve as a supporting member of the Test Readiness Review process
• Generate and provide initial review of test results
• Follow established procedures and detailed instructions with minimal guidance from more senior functional staff

Qualifications

• 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
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance

Preferred Additional Skills

• Knowledge of standard electrical test equipment (DVMs, scopes, etc.)
• Ability to execute procedures, document results, and communicate effectively orally and in writing with moderate oversight
• Ability to generate detailed technical reports and perform data reduction for requirement verification with moderate oversight
• Knowledge of high‑reliability aerospace product testing and verification
• Willingness to work overtime, shift work (nights), extended shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time and work occasional nights and weekends
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience working in a cleanroom with ESD‑and contamination‑sensitive flight hardware
• Experience in an electrical, mechanical, or optical discipline in the aerospace or defense industry
• Familiarity with Microsoft Visio
• Current SSBI with Polygraph
• Basic software knowledge (LabVIEW, C++, Python, and scripting languages)

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York state is $54,500-$101,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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