Level 3 Communications, Inc

Specialist, Field Engineering RADAR

Level 3 Communications, Inc$67K — $124K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience, along with extensive related engineering experience.
  • At least 2 years of experience troubleshooting and testing complex electronic systems using RF, analog, and digital equipment.
  • Active US Secret Security Clearance is mandatory.
  • Experience with RADAR, RF systems, and military or civilian tracking systems is beneficial.
  • Proven skills in problem-solving and process improvement within technical environments.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support for installation, maintenance, and modification of radar and electronic systems.
  • Manage complex projects within the Navy Mobile Instrumentation System (NMIS) group.
  • Deploy NMIS systems on Navy vessels for operational testing.
  • Conduct independent assessments and make decisions during critical operations.
  • Coordinate with Navy customers and external contractors for project execution.
  • Engage in analysis and problem-solving related to electronics systems and procedures.
  • Handle various logistical tasks including inventory control and reporting.

Benefits

  • Health and disability insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) matching program.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Education assistance to support ongoing learning and development.
  • Generous parental leave policy.
  • Paid time off and company-paid holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Specialist, Field Engineering RADAR

Job Code: 42328

Job Location: Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida

Job Schedule: 4/10: Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week

Job Description:

Field Engineering Specialist providing project and technical support for the installation, removal, grooming, operation, maintenance, and modification of complex electronic systems. Systems include Radars C-band and X-band, RF instrumentation , transmitters, receivers, system interfaces and software operating systems.

Responsible for complex projects and processes within the Navy Mobile Instrumentation System (NMIS) group, achieving operational metrics for NMIS electronics systems assembly, assessment, testing and operation in support of the Navy customer. Periodically deploy the NMIS systems on board Naval ships to support operational Navy testing events with positions impacting flight test safety and data collection. Responsible to make short-notice independent assessments and decisions for technical areas of responsibility during critical and time-sensitive operations. Liaison with the Navy for administrative and technical matters for assigned projects.

Assigned tasks requires communication within the NMIS group, as well as coordination with external supporting contractors and Navy customers. Support of electronics systems includes general analysis, problem solving, procedure/process development, and innovations. Requires extended international travel to provide contracted services on a varying schedule, including periods at sea on a Military Sealift Command vessel. Requires supporting various tasking at the home location, to include inventory control, production builds, repairs, system grooming, on-the-job training, maintaining log books, filing reports, and other tasks as assigned.

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to travel, working extended hours.
  • Travel up to 40% of the time to include international.
  • Business Travel up to 40% of the time, domestic and international and working extended hours
  • Embark on U.S. Navy supports ships at sea to include cohabitation in small living quarters and sharing facilities.
  • Requires the ability to climb at least 50 feet from the deck of the ship and must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical competency and a minimum 4 years or 2 years post-secondary (High School)/Associates Degree or equivalent formal technical training and a minimum of 8 years of prior related engineering experience. Education and years' experience are not exclusive of other leveling factors, and other relevant education/experience in missile guidance, fire control, target acquisition, or missile tracking radar systems maybe considered in place of the above education and experience requirements.
  • Minimum 2 years' experience using RF, analog, and digital test equipment to troubleshoot, test and/or validate complex electronic systems.
  • Active US Secret Security Clearance Required.


Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Experience with operations and maintenance of RADAR, RF Systems/Data recording systems.
  • Experience with operations and maintenance of military or civilian Tracking, Air Traffic Control, Fire Control and Aviation Radars, RF Instrumentation and Data recording systems.
  • General analysis, problem solving, and innovation in assigned area of responsibility.
  • Experience using signal generators, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and frequency counters.
  • Guiding, teaching, and coaching other employees in assigned area of responsibility.
  • Ability to review, follow, and provide recommended improvements to documented procedures.
  • IPC-610610/620 and J-STD certifications.
  • Strong Microsoft Office Skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.


In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Florida is Min $67,000.00 - $124,000.00 Max. 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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