Title:  Test Technician

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Technician to join our Norfolk VA team. Under limited supervision the manufacturing technician will conduct evaluation, diagnostic, integration and final acceptance testing of surface ship and sub-surface vessel electronic equipment using established procedures. 

Essential Functions:

·         Tests and troubleshoots complex Printed Wiring Assemblies, Subassemblies, Modules and Systems using Functional Test Procedures, Individual Acceptance Test Procedures, Technical Repair Standard Procedures, Quality Test Instructions, Return Acceptance Test Procedures, and Factory Acceptance Test Procedures.

·         Identifies non-conforming material and initiates Material Discrepancy Reports.

·         Programs and verifies programmable integrated circuits using approved procedures and Quality Assurance software.

·         Troubleshoots problems to component level. Utilizes general testing equipment, which includes but is not limited to, oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, AC/DC clamp on ammeters, HI Pot testers, LCR meters, Automated Test Equipment, and custom-made test fixtures and test consoles.

·         In the absence of established procedures, confers with Lead Test Technician, Supervisor Engineering Test – Mfg., or Sustaining Engineer.

·         Identifies and initiates changes to test documents.

·         Documents information for failure analysis and reporting using the Failure Reporting and Corrective Action System and Failure Analysis Reports.

·         As required, it supports Engineering for First Article testing and Qualification testing.

·         As directed by management, tests and troubleshoots test equipment and custom-made Test Fixtures and Test Sets using available documentation.

·         Performs other duties as assigned by Management. 

Qualifications:

• Candidate must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/associate’s degree with of 0-2 years of prior related experience.
• Must be able to read, understand and accurately follow Engineering Orders, Quality procedures, Test procedures, and operating instructions.
• Must have a good working knowledge of basic analog and digital components and circuitry.
• Must be able to correctly analyze and interpret drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
• Must be able to correctly document specific details of each test failure encountered, as well as document and update daily status of each assigned repair.
• Must be adept at utilization and operation of general electronic test equipment.
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot products down to the failing sub assembly and or component on PCB assemblies.
• Must be able to work well with inter-departmental personnel.
• Must have a working knowledge of computers.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office is a plus. 

Preferred Additional Skills:

·         Soft skills (I.E. Proficient in MS Office, Strong communication…)

·         J-STD certification is preferred.

·         High level of skill with MS Office (excel, word, etc.)

·         Demonstrated successful leadership by example.

·         Must be able to exhibit a positive attitude and communicate clearly and effectively.

Must be able to obtain a security clearance