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L3Harris Specialist, Integration / Test Engineer in Northampton, Massachusetts

Job Title: Integration & Test Engineer

Job Code: 16273

Job Location: Northampton, MA (100% On-site)

Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

The purpose of the Integration and Test engineer position is to synthesize and define test processes for complex electro-optical and electro-mechanical systems. Coordinate assembly level through system level integration and test activities and ensure that technical obligations are fulfilled.

Experienced professional with proficient knowledge of job area and practice knowledge of project management. May manage projects or processes with general supervision Communications with contacts inside and outside of own department to explain and interpret operational processes, practices, and procedures. Recommends enhancements with systems and processes. Works to achieve operational targets for specific programs and projects with moderate impact on departmental results.

Essential Functions:

  • Perform systems engineering tasks for both manual and automated test processes

  • Develop test plans, test procedures, requirements traceability, test reports, test flow, and test case design and implementation

  • Execute system, CCA and component level functional testing and document results

  • Use software tools and perform scripting and software/hardware troubleshooting

  • Setup, configure, and document hardware and software systems under test, including loading software onto multiple devices to perform verification and validation

  • Perform root cause analysis and correction action creation

  • Support Operations in failure trend analysis and ensure failure trends are quickly and effectively identified and resolved

  • May provide technical consultation to internal organizations and/or customers

  • Contribute to continuous improvement efforts

  • Capable of traveling domestically and internationally up to 10%

    Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering or related field and minimum 4 years of prior Integration/Test experience. Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering or related field and minimum 2 years of prior Integration/Test experience. In lieu of a degree, requires minimum 8 years of prior Integration/Test experience.

  • Ability to work 100% onsite

  • Ability to obtain a US DOD Secret Clearance which requires US Citizenship.

    Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Technical Software Used: IBM Rational DOORS, Imatest, LabVIEW, JIRA, Confluence, NI TestStand, Python

  • Software used: Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, and Project

  • Test Hardware: DC Power Supplies, Digital Multi-Meters, Oscilloscope, Signal Generator, RF Signal Generator, Spectrum Analyzer, Noise Figure Analyzer, Scaler Analyzer, Fiber Optic Scope Meter

  • Understanding of systems engineering concepts

  • Knowledge of Electro-Optical Imaging testing including optical Signal to Noise Ratio, MTF, MRTD, boresight alignment, optical distortion, relative illumination, ELRF testing and alignments, video format compliance. General knowledge of multi-spectral cameras such as visible, SWIR, MWIR

  • Knowledge of Broadband RF/Microwave and Antenna testing for injected and radiated tests including S-Parameters, Noise Figure, Compression

  • Knowledge of Environmental Qualification test such as Thermal, Structureborne Noise, Hydrostatic Pressure, Self-Compatibility EMI test, Vibration tests

  • Knowledge of Line of sight testing inclusive of multi-axis stabilization tests, line of sight accuracy, support of mechanism integration with various actuators, encoders, motors, focus mechanisms

  • Knowledge of communications systems, software languages, automated software

  • Desired skills include requirements analysis and verification, software scripting and usage of automated testing frameworks and applications

  • Project and team leadership experience

  • Presentation and communication skills (Verbal/written/visual)

  • Problem solving skills and the ability to meet critical deadlines

  • Ability to productively contribute work, ideas, and collaboration as part of a team

  • The use of safety equipment (PPE) is required in designated areas

  • Must be able to sit or stand for up to nine hours

  • Fine motor dexterity

  • Hand-eye coordination

  • Concentrated mental/visual demand

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.