Bachelor's Degree with 4+ years of relevant experience or a Graduate Degree with 2+ years; 8+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Strong background in RF systems and integration, including cable design and testing.
Familiarity with SATCOM systems and phased array antenna technology is advantageous.
Experience with COMSEC programs and key management.
Knowledge of Ethernet networking fundamentals and tools like Wireshark for traffic analysis.
Responsibilities
Create and update test plans, procedures, and reports for RF Testing operations.
Maintain Requirements Verification Traceability Matrices (RVTM) for comprehensive requirements coverage.
Coordinate internal reviews for Integration and Test deliverables as per the Statement of Work (SOW).
Integrate and test RF components and antenna assemblies across various frequency ranges.
Configure and operate RF test equipment to troubleshoot system performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve integration issues.
Assist in executing test activities in customer presence, presenting results as needed.
Benefits
9/80 work schedule allows for every other Friday off.
Opportunity to work on mission-critical systems that enhance safety for war fighters.
Engagement in unique challenges that promote skill expansion and professional growth.
Supportive team environment with cross-functional collaboration.
Potential for travel up to 10% for project needs.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Specialist, Integration & Test Engineer
Job Code: 45871
Job Location: Palm Bay, FL
Job Schedule: 9/80-Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
L3Harris Corporation is seeking a Specialist, System Integration & Test Engineer to support RF Testing operations for a Communication Systems portfolio of programs in Brevard County, Florida. This is an opportunity to take on unique challenges, expand your skills and experience, and contribute to mission critical systems solutions that keep our war fighters safe.
Essential Functions:
Create, review, and update test plans, test procedures, test reports, engineering documentation, and Requirements Verification Traceability Matrices (RVTM) for completeness and accuracy.
Maintain and update the RVTM to demonstrate full requirements coverage across RF, IF, and networked elements.
Coordinate and participate in internal reviews and approvals for Integration and Test deliverables required by the Statement of Work (SOW), including Test Readiness Reviews (TRR) and internal acceptance events.
Integrate and test RF receive/transmit components and antenna assemblies across a wide operating frequency range, from baseband to high-frequency RF and microwave.
Configure and operate RF and general test equipment-including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, frequency counters, and multimeters-to characterize and troubleshoot RF paths and system performance.
Apply strong working knowledge of antennas, RF hardware, and networked equipment to support system integration and troubleshooting.
Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams and subject matter experts in Systems, Software, Hardware, Mechanical, Quality, ESS, EMI, and EQT to resolve issues and ensure successful integration and verification.
Assist in executing integration and test activities in the presence of customers and Quality Engineering representatives, presenting test status and results as needed.
Support the leadership team by implementing strategic goals at the team level and providing input to process, system, and test-method improvements within the Integration & Test organization.
Travel up to 10% may be required.
Ability to obtain a US Secret security clearance
Qualifications:
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:
SATCOM experience (terminal, gateway, or airborne/ground systems); familiarity with phased array antenna technology is a plus.
Experience with COMSEC programs, devices, and key management.
Experience with RF Systems integration, including cable design, integration, and test (RF, IF, control, and Ethernet cabling).
Experience with Ethernet networking fundamentals (switches, VLANs, TCP/UDP, link-level troubleshooting) and use of Wireshark or similar tools to analyze traffic.
Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills; able to maintain detailed, configuration-controlled test and integration records.
CompTIA Security+ or equivalent security certification.