Systems Integration & Test Site Lead
Los Angeles, California
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Job Title: Systems Integration & Test Site Lead
Job Code: 15732
Job Location: Van Nuys, CA
Job Description:
L3Harris is looking for an Integration & Test and Field Service Engineering Lead with comprehensive knowledge of RF and/or Radar Systems with in-depth knowledge of integration, test and field installation of similar complex systems.
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for leading Integration & test and field service engineers, who are responsible for system level Integration & Test and Field Service Teams, ensuring electrical, physical and operational compatibility to meet program technical, schedule and cost objectives.
- Responsible for the integration and test of electromechanical systems from the system design phase through development, documentation, installation and sell-off of the completed system.
- Integration responsibilities include the review or development, and execution of integration procedures for hardware, software, and facilities.
- Responsible for the physical and electrical compatibility of functional interfaces and first article product integration, ensuring seamless interface between the design and production of systems.
- Test responsibilities include requirements analysis for testability approach to identify any issues, specialized test capability and verification method.
- Responsible for the review, development, implementation of system level test plans, procedures, customer acceptance, etc.
- Collaborates with Systems Engineering to define Requirements Verification Matrices (VCRMs) that balances capabilities, cost and efficiency of verification (test vs. analysis)
- Responsible for the Cost Account Management (CAM) and statusing of multiple projects for I&T
- Plans and leads test working groups and Test Readiness Reviews (TRR).
- Direct interface with Program Management, Chief Systems Engineer (CSE) & Customer regarding all Staffing, Integration, Verification, and Installation Planning
- Takes direct role at program status meetings, reviews, anomaly investigations & other issues
- Responsible for troubleshooting failures of the tests and tracking issues through resolution
- Solid understanding of various RF and electronic testing tools and techniques
- Identify risks & opportunities for specific test activities
- Evaluate/Define test equipment requirements (RF hardware & software) needed for verification of System level requirements
- Coordinates customer site surveys, training, installation, Site Acceptance Test and all other on site activities with the Program Manager and Field Engineers
- Direct customer interaction on site, representing L3Harris and gathering Voice of Customer
- Travel as needed
- Ensure full compliance with L3Harris policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 15 years of prior related experience.
- 9+ years experience as a Technical Team Lead / Integrated Project Team Lead (IPTL).
- 7+ years experience with using high-speed digital and RF test equipment (network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, power meters, oscilloscope, logic analyzers, etc.).
- 7+ years experience in RF or Digital engineering (MW MCAs, FPGAs, CCAs, PWBs, etc.) and troubleshooting techniques, tools, and process.
- 5+ years experience supporting manufacturing production of electronic devices; preferably in the Radar Systems industry.
- Prior experience generating presentations and briefing internal and external customers.
- Prior experience executing throughout the full System lifecycle including requirements flow down and allocation, design, development, test, and sell-off.
- Active US DOD SECRET security clearance
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Prior experience as a Team Lead, Cost Account Manager (CAM), Field Service Engineer or similar role responsible for managing people, time and labor budgets.
- Excellent organization skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a technical information environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Prior experience in Radar Systems or related industry
- Previous experience supporting DoD/government customers
- Military Hardware Environmental and Electrical Qualification
- Familiarity with Mil-STD 810g and Mil-STD 461g Testing and Analysis
- Experience with OSHA requirements and ESD best practices
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $122,500 - $227,500. 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. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
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