Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Manufacturing Engineering Technician

L3HARRIS WESCAM Division

Hamilton, Ontario

About L3HARRIS WESCAM

As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high-magnification electro1-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.

About the Role

Reporting to the Operations Test Engineering Supervisor, the Manufacturing Engineering Technician will be responsible to support team of 8 talented individuals. The Manufacturing Engineering Technician will be responsible for supporting, building and maintaining new and existing test equipment.

Your expertise in mechanical assembly, electrical cable builds, electrical rework, component level troubleshooting of functional test boxes along with your deep problem solving skills will be the key to your success in this role.

Primary Responsibilities

• Build and assemble test boxes, WHA, circuit cards and electrical test fixtures to support production and vendors
• Provides continuous “on the floor” and vendor site support and assists with Set-Ups, trouble shooting and repairing test equipment to ensure production needs are met.
• Review and improve CCA test coverage based on system and thermal related test failures
• Maintain test fixtures and improve test coverage on sustaining fixtures
• Maintain & update design related test documentation
• Assist in conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions for test fixture issues that arise both internally and from vendors
• Provide day-to-day support to CSG and worldwide service centers on test equipment issues
• Verify and test new test equipment before roll out to CSG and worldwide service centers
• Support quality practices (AS9100 and ISO9001)

Desired Education and Experiences

• College Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience
• Between 1 and 3 years of relevant and recent experience with:
  • Hands-on with soldering, hot air rework stations and crimping tools
  • To troubleshoot complex electro-mechanical systems
• Understanding of IPC-WHMA-A-620 requirements & acceptance for Cable & WHA
• Previous and proven experience in conducting root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions for production issues (both internally-driven as well as from outsourced assemblies)
• Excellent verbal, written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative and innovative
• Labview programming would be an asset

About L3Harris Technologies

In July 2019 – L3 Technologies and Harris Corp merged to become L3Harris Technologies, becoming an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains.

Our customers perform on the world’s most challenging front lines. They trust us to keep them prepared for what’s next. We combine speed, innovation and flawless execution to give people confidence and security in the world ahead.

As we relentlessly pursue new ideas, we know that everything we bring to market must deliver, without fail, every time. The urgency of our quest is matched by our commitment to the people we serve. In a world of ever accelerating change, threat environments move fast. We move forward faster, delivering industry-leading value.

Organized into four segments – Integrated Mission Systems, Communications Systems, Space & Airborne Systems and Aviation Systems – L3Harris Technologies employs over 50,000 people worldwide in over 130 countries with annual revenues approximately $17 billion.

To learn more, visit https://www.l3harris.com/capabilities

Our work environment is both challenging and dynamic – our physical environment is state of the art. Here’s what you can expect as an L3Harris WESCAM employee

• Brand new, custom-built 330,000 sq ft Engineering and Production facility atop the Waterdown escarpment in Hamilton
• Close to hiking paths along the Bruce trail
• Every other Friday off (paid – with our rare 9/80 work schedule)
• 18000 sq ft subsidized Café including 12 mini- Café areas throughout the complex
• Free10,000 sq ft on-site gym
• Free wellness programs
• Free fruit, bagels and coffee
• Remote/hybrid work options, hoteling stations providing flexibility and multiple work options
• Wellness rooms – first aid, prayer, mother’s room and quiet zones
• Work/Life balance
• Real opportunities for growth and development
• A diverse and inclusive working culture
• Everyone’s role at L3HARRIS WESCAM contributes to protecting people’s lives

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that diversity among our employees makes us a stronger organization.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our L3Harris WESCAM family, and our community by welcoming and encouraging applications from anyone interested without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran’s status, Aboriginal status or any other legally-protected groups. For people with disabilities, we work with you throughout the recruitment process to ensure you have what you need in order to be at your best. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment/interview process, or as you begin your career with us just let us know and we will take care of you.

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.

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