Manufacturing Technician

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician

Job Code: 19543

Job Location: Ashburn, VA

Job Description:

As a Manufacturing Technician, you will work in a dynamic, fast paced production and R&D environment with a focus on quality and attention to detail. Required tasking includes the execution of product and sub-assembly acceptance testing using various techniques and types of support equipment.

In this role, you will be a part of the Agile Development Group which is a division that specializes in developing disruptive, next-generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV), advanced radar systems, next-generation weapon systems, and other RF sensor technologies using small company agility and big company experience.

Essential Functions:

• Performs all duties required to assist with the acceptance testing of various products and sub-assemblies. Tasks required may include:

• Run automated and manual test scripts for acceptance testing, software/firmware loading, and sensor calibration.

• Operate custom and off-the-shelf equipment including network analyzers, power meters, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, etc.

• Identify, document, and perform basic troubleshooting on non-conforming product.

• Recommends updates for existing processes and reviews test documentation in support of engineering.

• Verifies quality of tested product. Interprets test results to validate compliance with drawing and other specified requirements.

• Identifies and corrects conditions that affect employee safety; upholding corporate safety standards.

• Work in a team setting collaborating with manufacturing, planning and engineering.

• Lifting, pushing, pulling and/or carrying 25-50 pounds on a regular basis.

• Walking, bending, sitting, standing, climbing, and reaching for prolonged periods of time on a regular basis.

• Ability to seize, grasp, turn, hold, and operate manufacturing tools and equipment.

• Willingness and ability to work in a manufacturing environment with regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, dust, fumes, chemicals, and loud noises.

• Willingness and ability to comply with all applicable PPE requirements (respirators, safety glasses, gloves, etc).

Qualifications:.

• High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 yrs post Secondary/Associates Degree or equivalent with a minimum of 0-2 years of prior relevant experience.

• Active DoD Secret clearance with current 5 year update.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

• Experience with C++, C#, Python, Java, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or Test Stand.

• Excellent people skills to include working in a diverse, and dynamic team environment.

• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation).

• Outstanding work ethic and commitment to organizational success.

• Ability to learn and understand drawings, test documents, and procedures.

• Ability to accurately complete all required paperwork.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Experience working in an environment that implements lean practices.

• Experience working in an environment that implements ESD and FOD controls.

• Experience in factory acceptance testing of aerospace systems or other industries.

• Experience in all phases of product design and fabrication ranging from initial R&D to full production.

• Proficiency with various test equipment and diagnostic tools.

• Knowledge and understanding of product quality processes.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.