Level 3 Communications, Inc

Lead, Integration/Test Engineering

Level 3 Communications, Inc$122K — $227K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 9+ years of relevant engineering experience, or graduate degree with 7+ years, or 13+ years of related experience without a degree.
  • 5+ years of testing experience in a similar field is preferred.
  • Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
  • Strong understanding of test engineering methodologies and processes.
  • Proficient in designing test equipment and data acquisition systems.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and direct various types of component testing including pressure, flow, vibration, and shock tests.
  • Collaborate with the test operations team to develop effective testing methodologies.
  • Design and fabricate test equipment, fixtures, and systems.
  • Create and maintain detailed test operations procedures and specifications.
  • Oversee test facility maintenance, ensuring readiness for all operations.
  • Support process improvement activities through metrics analysis and defect investigations.
  • Direct test technicians, analyze test results, and prepare comprehensive test reports.

Benefits

  • Health insurance and disability coverage.
  • 401(k) match to support retirement savings.
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
  • Employee assistance program (EAP) for personal support.
  • Education assistance for ongoing professional development.
  • Parental leave to support family needs.
  • Paid time off combined with company-paid holidays for work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Lead, Integration/Test Engineer

Job Code: 36018

Job Location: Canoga Park, CA

Job Schedule: 9/80 Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

The Test Engineer performs a variety of test engineering tasks on components and sub systems from various product lines including support of in-line production component testing and experimental/developmental testing on fast-paced liquid rocket engine development programs and Missile Defense programs. This individual must be able to work productively in an environment with multiple, simultaneous high priority assignments, and they must possess a relentless approach to safety.

Essential Functions:
  • Under limited supervision, plans and directs component testing in the fields of pressure test, water flow test, gas flow test, vibration and shock test, spin test, and pump test.
    • Working with the test operations team and internal customers to develop test operations methodologies and processes
    • Design test equipment, fixtures and test systems
    • Create and maintain test operations procedures, specifications and schematics
    • Direct test technicians, analyze/validate test results, and write test reports.
  • Plans and directs test facility and test equipment maintenance, repair, and procurement activities to assure test facility/equipment readiness.
  • Supports process monitoring and improvement activities, including: metrics charting, analysis and improvement project management; defect/mishap investigation and corrective action management.
  • Designs and oversee fabrication of data acquisition systems and minor electronics.


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant engineering experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related engineering experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related engineering experience.


Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Bachelors degree in an Engineering discipline
  • 5+ Years testing experience in related field
  • Able to obtain security clearance (Secret)


In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California is $122,000 - $227,000. 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.

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