Job Title: Specialist, Field Engineering-AUV Field Engineer Rep

Job Code:  20077

Job Location: Fall River, MA (Onsite)

Schedule: 9/80

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.

About L3Harris Technologies:

L3Harris Technologies is 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 space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Description:

L3Harris AUV Systems is seeking qualified AUV Field Engineer – Field Service Representatives (FSR) that are responsible for the operation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and supported auxiliary equipment. Key responsibilities include (1) operation of AUV in complex working environments/conditions including commercial and military vessels, (2) troubleshooting/maintenance/repair of electrical, mechanical, and software sensors/systems/sub-systems associated with the AUV, (3) working directly with Customers to provide on-site support as a subject matter expert (SME) for hands-on / on-site training, acceptance testing, troubleshooting/maintenance/repair, risk mitigation, and supporting overall program/project objectives.

Essential Functions:

• Operating, testing and validation of AUV payloads such as sonar, cameras, acoustic position systems, object avoidance, launch and recovery systems (LARS) and custom payloads
• Perform depot-level troubleshooting, maintenance, & repair at Customer sites
• Requires experience with software communication and networking protocols, electrical schematics and wiring diagrams layouts, and mechanical drawing understanding
• Planning and validating basic to complex mission planning & flight behaviors
• Ability to provide technical assistance outside normal business hours via phone/email/remote desktop sessions
• Maintaining and developing AUV product documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Develop and verify customer specifications, conduct operator training, and actively participate as an L3Harris AUV System field service representative during demonstrations and field exercises with existing and potential new customers.
  • Field exercises may be up to 6 weeks.
• Interface with customers on behalf of L3Harris AUV Systems Engineering and Program Management teams.
• Ability to travel (US and International) approximately: 60%.

Qualifications:

• Active SECRET clearance required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience in a technical field and/or former military experience.
• Prior experience with troubleshooting software/hardware issues while in the field
• Prior experience working with customers on-site independently
• Knowledge and comfort with being on/around vessels
• Physically able to work on vessels, in confined spaces, lift and carry 50-lbs and stand for extended periods during inclement weather.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• US Navy background
• USCG Captain’s License (or ability to qualify for one within 18-months)