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Job Title: Specialist, Field Engineering 

Job Code: 20342

Job Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies is looking for an experienced Field Engineer to join our team in supporting the Space Surveillance Telescope (SST) program.  This position supports the SST program’s Optical Site located in Australia, and will be required to travel to site up to a total of 40% of the year.  The Field Engineer responsibilities will include routine maintenance, conducting or leading site visits, monitoring schedules, approving designs, evaluating environmental impact, mitigating risk, ensuring compliance, drafting reports, running field operations, analyzing data, overseeing equipment maintenance, job planning, troubleshooting, and supporting overall project objectives of the program.

Essential Functions: 

The duties include but are not limited to:

Troubleshoot and repair complex field service issues innovatively, making moderate enhancements or improvements to systems as required.Able to provide technical assistance to on-site personnel.Depot-level maintenance and troubleshooting at Optical Sites, leveraging broad knowledge of other job areas and prior experience to analyze and solve issues.Interface with all SME’s and program assets to assist with fault isolation.Prepare, write, and review trip documentation.Effectively communicate and partner with teammates, colleagues, customers, and other external parties as needed.  May be responsible for providing guidance, coaching, and training to other employees within job area.Explain and interpret processes and procedures to others within and outside the job area; may be responsible for leading entire projects or processes.Reviewing and writing Air Force Technical Orders (AFTO) and Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) documentation.Maintain professional standards of performance, demeanor, and judgment as detailed in L3Harris Technologies policies and procedures.Maintain high ethical and safety standards. Must be physically able to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, move auxiliary equipment on casters, lift and carry heavy parts and sub-assemblies (40lbs), and be able to perform the above duties indoors and outdoors during inclement weather.

Qualifications:

Active SECRET clearance.Able to travel up to 40% of the time (Travel to Australia).Must have the ability to obtain or have a US Passport.Must be able to obtain a VISA for Australia.Able to lift to 40lb weights.Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Specific experience in Optical, and electronics is preferred.Academic knowledge of electronics, mechanical, solid-state technology, microprocessor, and computer technology sufficiently to function in fields of electronic technology.Familiarity with hydraulic systems used in telescope mounts.Demonstrated ability to comprehend schematics, logic drawings, layouts, wire lists, and prints.Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including:Equipment drawings and technical manuals.Engineering Orders and Design File Memos.Ability to perform troubleshooting relying on technical data.Ability to set up various test equipment and evaluate the data to use as a troubleshooting aid.Strong understanding of Root Cause Analysis.Basic understanding using MATLAB.Willing to travel worldwide with little to no notice.Possess good written and oral communication skills.Possess good decision-making ability and time management skills.Be a self-starter and have initiative.Be highly attentive to details, especially in the context of maintaining and troubleshooting complex optical systems

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado is $75,000 - $139,000. 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, and 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.

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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