RF Test Engineer
Rochester, New York
Job ID 16585L3Harris 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.
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Job Title: Electrical / RF Test Automation Engineer
Job Code: 16585
Job Location: Rochester, NY
Job Schedule: 9/80 Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
Responsibilities include designing, developing, testing and sustaining of automated functional test systems that are sold to DoD and international defense customers. The candidate’s primary function will be radio test system development with a heavy emphasis on writing software applications in NI LabVIEW.
Essential Functions:
- Design, develop, and debug software applications for control/automation of test and measurement equipment using NI LabVIEW.
- Continuous improvement of measurement algorithms, techniques and reporting to improve quality and reduce overall cost.
- Consult with electrical engineers and other engineering staff to evaluate measurement techniques.
- Participate in the development of new software architectures designed to maximize reuse, reduce development costs, and improve software quality.
- Port existing test applications to new platforms.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant RF testing experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related RF testing experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related RF testing experience.
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Familiarity with software management tools (e.g. SVN/GIT, JIRA)
- Familiarity with test equipment such as: Spectrum & Network analyzers, Power Meters, DMMs, Oscilloscopes, Audio analyzers
- NI LabVIEW & TestStand experience
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York State is $74,000 - $138,000. 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.