Engineering Technician - Contractor - C

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    About the Role: Join L3Harris' high-impact Test and Integration team as a Senior Engineering Technician supporting mission-critical defense and space programs. Required Skills and Experience: High School Diploma/GED and at least 8 years' relevant experience, or 2-year technical degree with 6+ years' experience.

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    LocationPalm Bay, FL

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    Engineering Technician - Contractor - C

    • Location: Palm Bay, Florida 32905
    • Work model: On-site
    • Posted 6 days ago
    • Job ID: JPC - 211234

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    Job Summary: Engineering Technician - Contractor - C

    Location: Palm Bay, FL | Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off) | Shift: 1st Shift

    About the Role:

    Join L3Harris' high-impact Test and Integration team as a Senior Engineering Technician supporting mission-critical defense and space programs. Use your technical mastery to autonomously lead complex electromechanical test operations, drive solutions in a dynamic lab environment, and mentor junior talent. Leverage your skills to help deliver innovative end-to-end technology solutions in support of national security.

    Responsibilities:

    • Build, modify, and integrate electromechanical assemblies, test equipment, fixtures, and support tooling
    • Perform interconnect verification, wiring, termination, initial power-on, and component-level troubleshooting
    • Read, interpret, and provide redline markups on schematics, mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and BOMs; collaborate to implement improvements
    • Fabricate, repair, route, bond, and solder cables and wire harnesses; perform continuity, resistance, and voltage checks
    • Manage lab test asset movement, storage, inventory, spares, and consumables to support program schedules
    • Oversee assembly and kitting activities with attention to detail and schedule alignment
    • Mentor and train lower-level technicians, sharing expertise and best practices
    • Coordinate with internal teams to execute time-sensitive work and facilitate integration activities

    Required Skills and Experience:

    • High School Diploma/GED and at least 8 years' relevant experience, or 2-year technical degree with 6+ years' experience
    • Proven experience in electronic test, assembly, manufacturing, or relevant technical field
    • Ability to obtain a US security clearance (active clearance preferred)
    • Expertise in reading electrical/mechanical drawings and BOMs
    • Strong hands-on skills with assembly, troubleshooting, and test operations

    Preferred Skills:

    • Hands-on cable and wire harness fabrication: soldering, bonding, routing
    • Experience building/integrating electronic test equipment, fixtures, and racks, especially for space or defense applications
    • Familiarity with multimeters, oscilloscopes, and RF analyzers
    • Proficiency with interconnect verification and electronic measurements
    • Background in inventory management and lab coordination
    • Experience with redline markups on technical drawings

    Benefits:

    • 9/80 work schedule-enjoy every other Friday off for better work-life balance
    • Dynamic, collaborative environment with opportunities to mentor and lead
    • Career development within a leading defense technology organization
    • Inclusive and supportive culture dedicated to employee growth

    How to Apply:

    Ready to drive critical defense and space missions with your technical expertise? Apply now to join L3Harris at our Palm Bay, FL location and advance your career as part of a trusted, mission-driven team.

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    Job details

    Job ID JPC - 211234

    Location Palm Bay, Florida, United States

    Work Model On-site

    Industry Defense - Aerospace

    Department Technical

    Category Engineering

    Posted October 13, 2026

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