Field Technician

L3Harris Technologies; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Field Technician for field services supporting FAA programs in the Kansas City area. You will provide technical field support, install and repair equipment, and perform preventive maintenance at customer sites.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with several years of relevant experience, or an associate degree with related experience. On-call work and travel within the region may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with strong technical aptitude.
• 2 years post-secondary/Associates with related experience or 6 years on-the-job experience.
• Preferred networking certifications and hands-on field experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide field support for FAA programs in the Kansas City area.
• Install, repair, configure, test and perform preventive maintenance on equipment at customer locations.
• Read and follow equipment drawings, task orders, and maintain field documentation.
• Maintain tools, test equipment, inventory and vehicle; on-call hours may be required.

Skills

Network+

CCNA

CCNP

IP-based networking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree

Tools

JDSU HST

Sage 935

Digital Oscilloscope

Job description

Field Technician

Location: Kansas City Metro area, KS

Schedule: 5/8 – Employees work 8 hours per day, 5 days a week.

Job Description

L3Harris Technologies is looking for a Field Technician for the Company’s Field Services organization supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This role will be responsible for field support in the Kansas City airspaces. Field technicians will support FAA contracts FTI, ADSB, DCNS and any other FSG programs.

Essential Functions

• Provide technical support for each specific program/system (FTI, MS, ADS-B, DCNS, WMSS and others) L3Harris supports the FAA.
• Install, repair, configure, test and complete preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment at the customers’ remote locations.
• Able to work remotely in a scheduled and on‑call capacity to various customer locations within your assigned area. Occasionally travelling to remote sites outside your assigned area may be needed to assist with the FAA customer needs and/or requests.
• Able to read/understand/follow equipment drawings and task orders.
• Possess good admin skills (taking notes and documenting what transpired while working at the customer location).
• Work directly with the NOCC, the SAC, and the Helpdesk over the phone on resolving issues in the field.
• Maintain tools, test equipment, parts/electronics, truck stock inventory and personal or company vehicle.
• Be proactive and prepared for assigned tasks prior to dispatching.
• Able to work outside regularly scheduled hours (on‑call) when/if needed to meet customer’s needs.
• Lift items up to 32 lbs. and use ladders and step stools to reach heights of approximately 10ft.
• Work with your supervisor (ASL) to ensure all L3Harris policies/procedures and program specific policies/procedures are followed.
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License, and a satisfactory driving record, as conditions of initial (and continued) employment.
• Ability to obtain a FAA Public Trust clearance.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Network+, CCNA, CCNP, CCNA Wireless, A+
• Working knowledge of cable connectors and replacement (e.g., RJ‑11, RJ‑45, DB‑25, V.35, RS‑449)
• Excellent working knowledge of fiber, multiplexes, network topology, Frame Relay, Fractional T‑1, SONET Network Technology, ATM, Private Line, Voice and Data applications
• Knowledge of power testing (AC and DC, including 3‑Phase AC) and familiarity with the configuration and operation of 24VDC & 48VDC power supplies.
• Experience with network and circuit testing (T1, DS3, Digital BERT, Analog VG Testing) within Bell Core Standards.
• Proficiency with network test equipment (JDSU HST, Ameritech AM5XT, Sage 935, Digital Oscilloscope, Halcyon 704A, Para‑scope or other T1/DS3 test sets).
• IP‑Based knowledge and experience configuring routers and switches.
• Experience installing equipment racks (wall‑mount, raised floors, concrete, etc.).

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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