Title:  (DoD SkillBridge), Specialist, Systems Integration/Test Engineer

Job Title: (DoD SkillBridge), Specialist, Systems Integration / Test Engineer   

Job Code: 35783

Job Location: Waco, TX.

Job Schedule: 9/80

L3Harris’ DoD SkillBridge is connecting transitioning service members to career training opportunities within our organization. We will provide service members with valuable civilian work experience through industry specific training, certifications and on the job experience during their DoD SkillBridge internship to help them ready themselves for their next mission.

L3Harris aims to attract and retain veteran talent and to help bridge the gap between their military service and civilian careers within our organization. L3Harris is eager to share our knowledge and experience with our service members. This internship is an opportunity for the service member to gain a full understanding of the job position outlined below.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR DOD SKILLBRIDGE JOB OPPORTUNITES YOU MUST BE AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF THE U.S. MILITARY WITH 180 DAYS OF SERVICE OR FEWER REMAINING PRIOR TO YOUR DATE OF SEPARATION AND HAVE AT LEAST 180 CONTINUOUS DAYS OF ACTIVE SERVICE.

Job Description:

L3 Harris is actively seeking a direct hire opportunity as Specialist, Systems Integration/Test Engineer for our facility in Waco, TX.  This position has competitive benefits and relocation package.  The Systems Test Engineer will be responsible for performing systems engineering test tasks associated with aircraft modernization, maintenance and new aircraft systems integration and testing.

Essential Functions:

• Performs development and execution of software quality methods and processes.
• Responsible for tests, methods and procedures to ensure continuous improvement to software quality assurance standards
• Support the development effort required to integrate Avionics, Communications, and Mission Systems on multiple assigned platforms.
• Tasking includes authoring of Test Procedures, and performing System Operation and Verification tests (SOVT) for avionics, communications, including cockpit systems, special mission systems, and navigation equipment.
• Desire Technical skills include proficiency in the use of common and advance test equipment, including test related software.
• Candidate may also support future business pursuits, which include avionics systems development and integration for military applications.
• Candidate must interface well with other disciplines and effectively present technical information to others which include customers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders, while setting and maintaining the highest ethical standard for self and others.
• Candidate should understand basic electrical theory, electronics test equipment (digital voltmeter, Oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF signal generators, RF power meters, network analyzers) and their applied use in testing of RF systems and mixed signal products.
• Must be capable of reading and interpreting block diagrams wire diagrams, and circuit schematics to isolate component malfunctions.

Qualifications:

• Must hold an active DOD Secret Security Clearance and be able to obtain a TS/SCI Security Clearance.
• Be able to receive and hold T/S SCI Clearance is desired.
• Bachelor degree plus a minimum of 4 years aircraft systems test engineering experience.
• With an Associate degree must have a minimum of 8 years aircraft systems test engineering experience.
• With H/S GED must have a minimum of 10 years aircraft systems test engineering experience.
• Must have functional working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Must be able to travel as required.
• Must be able to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Must be able to obtain a FAA 3rd Class medical Certificate and be willing to fly on platforms under test.
• Checks, tests, and troubleshoot electrical systems for conformance to specifications and performs repair, removal, and reinstallation of wiring as necessary.  Sometimes in confined spaces.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds or if weight is over, employee must utilize a lifting team of two people; the load should only be increased by two thirds the sums of their individual capabilities.
• Ingress/Egress evaluations will be conducted to determine compatibility with criteria specified for emergency aircraft evacuation procedures.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• A&P and/or FCC License desired
• Effective communicator
• Strong team member
• Excellent troubleshooting
• Active TS/SCI Security Clearance