Test Engineer, Electrical Engineering

L3Harris MAS, located in Halifax - Enfield (NS) is a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies, Inc.

L3Harris MAS, a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies, Inc., is an agile and innovative aerospace and defense technology company. Our 1000 employees provide complete military and commercial aviation modernization and upgrade solutions structural and avionics upgrades, aircraft component repair and overhaul, integrated logistics support, stripping and painting, field service support and technical publications, plus a full range of technical support services.

Our specialized aviation facilities include component repair, overhaul and machining, aircraft hangars and other upgrade facilities, structural design and analysis, full-scale fatigue testing and aircraft fatigue management, as well as other engineering services - from mechanical engineering and avionics to electronics and systems engineering.

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 ensure confidence and security in the world ahead.

About your next Challenge as a Test Engineer, Electrical Engineering :

Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, the Test Engineer supports the Engineering Manager in working with the group of hardware design and product support specialists delivering (Return-To-Service) products on time and on budget. The high-level responsibilities include:

• Conducts multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software.
• Develop and update second line repair capability for avionic products on CP140, F18 Displays and V3 Radar programs.
• Military parts obsolescence research
• The Test/Software Engineer tests and debugs applications software;

In this role, she/he will follow an individual work plan, meet day-to-day short-term objectives, and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning.

What You Will Do:

• Troubleshoot technical problems and complete technical investigations.
• Develop and update test programs for avionics on automated test equipment including design of Interface Test Adaptors
• Develop Software applications and utilities
• Resolve component obsolescence issues and produce Engineering change documentation
• Technical leadership of the engineering support for the operational Repair and Overhaul production line (part of Operations) including support to the technical team on the floor.
• Develop test procedures for Avionic equipment on ATE and standalone BTS for RF, Analog and Digital testing

Required Skills and Experiences:

Graduate in Electrical/Electronic Engineering from a recognized University. Recent graduates will be considered, but preference will be given to candidates with minimum of 2 to 3 years related experience in the following:

• Development of Repair & Overhaul (R&O) test programs on ATE using one or more of the following programming languages and development environments: Python, NI LabVIEW, NI LabWindows/CVI, ATEASY
• Working knowledge of RF technology and general electronics circuits
• Design and development of Automated Test Equipment (ATE) for military and/or commercial avionics equipment testing
• Ability to work independently, with minimal direction
• Strong computer & communication skills using MS Word, Excel plus AutoCad or equivalent
• Development of software applications and utilities

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
• For on-site positions, our location is accessible by public transport
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada “Reliability” status and Level 2 (Secret) security clearance;

Our culture:

L3Harris MAS cultivates an inclusive and stimulating work environment that empowers employees and promotes work-life balance. Our values (integrity, respect, excellence), community dedication and commitment to excel in everything we do are the foundation of our culture.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are 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, provincial or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

About L3Harris:

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 air, land, sea, space and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue, 48,000 employees and customers in more than 100 countries. L3Harris.com

Everything we do here has a direct impact on the protection and security of human lives.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.