Senior Specialist, Electrical Engineer (RF Design)

L3Harris Technologies; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 90,500 - 168,500; 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 Technologies in Rochester, NY is seeking a Senior Specialist, Electrical Engineer‑RF to support military communication products from pre‑release to obsolescence. You will investigate RF/Analog, digital, assembly, SMT and test related issues, collaborating with design engineering to diagnose problems to the component level and validate solutions.

As products are launched you will assist with root‑cause analysis and ensure a smooth transition into full‑rate production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; 6+ years RF experience; graduate degree with 4+ years.
• 4+ years of RF experience.

Responsibilities

• Investigate RF/Analog, digital, SMT and test issues to component level.
• Collaborate with design engineering for root‑cause analysis and troubleshooting.
• Interface with product launches to ensure smooth transfer to production.
• Lead smaller design or troubleshoot teams and coordinate tasks.

Skills

RF engineering

Hardware troubleshooting

LabVIEW

ADS

Matlab

Jira

MS Office

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Graduate Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

ADS

Matlab

Jira

Job description

Job Overview

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 Details

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Electrical Engineer‑RF

Job Code: 40873

Job Location: Rochester, NY

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

Job Description

The successful candidate will join a team of dedicated professionals who are responsible for supporting military communication products from pre‑release to obsolescence. As a member of the Product Support Engineering team you will be tasked with investigating a variety of problems including RF/Analog, digital, assembly, SMT and test related. You will collaborate across multifunctional teams to diagnose problems to component level, determining solutions via simulation and experimentation and implementing corrective actions.

As new products are launched you will interface with design engineering, assisting with root‑cause analysis, troubleshooting of prototypes and ensuring a successful launch into full‑rate production.

Typical Tasks

• Mitigating component shortages through qualifying alternatives or redesigning circuits and sub‑assemblies.
• Determining design, process, and test improvements to increase test yields and product quality.
• Working in cross‑functional teams to meet manufacturability, testability and other DFx requirements for volume production.
• Working with design engineering and manufacturing teams to introduce new designs into manufacturing.
• Working with design engineering to make necessary circuit changes prior to and during the launch of new products.
• Working to mitigate component obsolescence throughout the product lifecycle.
• Provide guidance to junior staff. Assisting them as they investigate problems. Leading investigations and coordinating tasks.
• Working with vendors, Quality and Supply Chain to address material discrepancies.
• Troubleshooting unit, modules, and boards to the component level.

Essential Functions

• Hardware troubleshooting ability including analog and RF components and circuits.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision.
• Ability to design and conduct engineering experiments and act upon test results.
• Design and analysis of circuits and components utilizing ADS, Matlab and various design and simulation tools.
• Experienced in leading small technical design or troubleshoot team, providing direction and prioritizing tasks to meet target yields and shipments.
• Generate and deliver presentations for various levels of management regarding issues, investigations, improvements or cost savings in a concise manner.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment interfacing with multiple teams across the organization.
• Ability to use typical lab equipment: Oscilloscope, DMM, Spectrum & Network analyzers, and signal generators.
• Must be a quick learner, able to problem solve and be self‑motivated.
• Able to analyze designs and communicate technical information to support staff.
• Ability to Obtain a US Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience in RF.
• 4+ years of RF experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Electrical engineering degree.
• Experience with tactical Radio and Power Amplifier HW.
• Experience troubleshooting to component level.
• Working knowledge of LabVIEW, ADS and Jira.
• Experience with MS Office including advanced spreadsheet manipulation and presentation creation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of organization & supplier base.

Pay and Benefits

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York State is $90,500 - $168,500. 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
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Security Clearance

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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