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Senior Electrical Engineer

Ottawa, Canada

Job ID 17613
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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

9/80 work schedule available for most U.S. and Canada employees, effective October 24, 2022.

About your next Challenge as a Senior Electrical Engineer:

The candidate will oversee the electrical design and integration of shipboard naval communications systems for commercial and naval ships.

What will you do:

  • Design and drafting electrical assemblies using Zuken E3 Electrical;
  • Prepare and review Shipboard cabling and cabinet design;
  • Design and test for Electromagnetic Compatibility;
  • Support to topside electrical design for antenna placement and performance and RADHAZ mitigation;
  • Ensure drawings are produced in accordance with applicable drafting codes and standards;
  • Prepare and review drawings and documentation including electrical block diagrams, schematics and cable assemblies;
  • Oversee selection of cable/connectors and components for cost and performance;
  • Prepare and review intra- and inter- system interface documentation;
  • Create Technical Product Specifications (TPS) to describe selected systems;
  • Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical/electronic systems;
  • Work with manufacturing partners to introduce designs into production and solve related manufacturing issues;
  • Diagnose problems with existing designs; propose and test design modifications;
  • Conduct internal and external design reviews;
  • Maintain currency of Electrical/Electronic design best practices, methodologies, initiatives.

Required Skills and Experiences:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Flexible team player able to adapt successfully to a fast-paced agile environment.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven problem-solver.
  • Results-driven achiever with planning and organizational skills.
  • Dependable, responsible and committed to excellence and success.
  • Knowledge of naval communication systems, including V/UHF systems, SATCOM systems, tactical voice systems.
  • Knowledge of environmental, EMI/EMC, and certification requirements.
  • Knowledge of RF antenna performance and co-site interference tools and processes.
  • Working knowledge of IBM DOORS®.
  • Working knowledge of typical military and IEC standards used for system design and test.
  • Knowledge of naval and commercial certification standards and processes
  • Proficient in MS Office tools.

Eligibility Criteria (Mandatory):

  • Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2 / NATO Secret security clearance.
  • Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace. 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. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

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