Title:  Specialist, Field Engineer

Job Title:  Specialist, Field Engineer

Job Code:  18509

Job Location:  Colorado, Arizona, Utah, Nevada, California, New Mexico / Remote

Job Description:  

L3Harris is searching for a talented Field Engineer to join the Mission Networks Surveillance and Automated Solutions Division to support the  deployment and maintenance team on a variety of infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will be comfortable working on the field and traveling to various remote locations up to 75% of the time.

Essential Functions: 

• Provides support through the performance of on-site installation, as well as overseeing any necessary diagnoses, troubleshooting, service, and repair of complex equipment and systems
• Experience in field telecommunications/wireless site deployments and technical components.
• Fundamental knowledge of RF system configurations and testing.
• Awareness of LEC telco requirements and electric utility service process.
• Perform comprehensive equipment component checkout and emergency generator startup upon successful construction installation. 
• Conduct site surveys and assessments to prepare for installations.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineering teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Deliver training and guidance to customers and end-users on system operation and maintenance.
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation of field activities.

• Assists with proper preparation prior to responding to any field effort, including but not limited to; travel requests, security information, checking of test records, installation records, required tools, and any previous modifications
• Performs field service activities (e.g. verification/validation activities, field change instruction development, tech manual development and markups) in the support of engineering projects or programs
• Responsible for following all proper safety requirements
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% of the time
• Ability to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, move equipment and heavy parts and sub-assemblies, and be able to perform the above duties indoors and outdoors during inclement weather.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience; Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience; Or, in lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience
• Must be able to work some occasional extended hours as needed
• Minimum of 2 years of experience deploying and maintaining critical infrastructure
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in remote environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective customer interaction.
• Must be able to obtain Public trust clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong judgment/problem solving skills and team collaboration 
• Well organized, resourceful, multi-tasker
• Attention to detail, ability to anticipate assistance needs and take initiative
• Flexibility in the face of changing priorities and the ability to interact positively with managers, customers, and other administrators
• Effectively handle multiple simultaneous projects

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.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.