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Sr. Associate, Field Engineer

North Fort Lewis, WA
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

L3Harris Technologies Inc. provides mission-critical communications solutions that give our customers a clear advantage – making them safer, faster and more effective. Our public safety and professional communications business sector focuses on radio and software products that serve first responders, military, government agencies, and commercial fleet users. As part of our team, you will support, implement, and help design cutting-edge public safety products, impacting millions of people, for our critical communication systems throughout the world.


This Senior Associate Field Engineer will be a member of a team responsible for the implementation, support, design, and support of standardized configurations for all VMware, Windows, and Linux platforms used within the critical communications system. Additionally, the candidate will have some experience with networking and cyber security architecture and technology.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Montior nationwide communication system to guarantee seamless operation
  • Provide tier 1 and 2 levels of support internal and externally facing customers. This includes identifying field problems, isolating root cause of identified issues, and initiating corrective actions in fielded systems.
  • Interact with system engineers, program managers, and field engineers regarding ongoing infrastructure activities. 
  • Responsible for escalating and interfacing with vendor technical assistance centers to resolve vendor software issues.
  • Practice standard cyber security operations to maintain the overall cyber security posture of both internal and third-party solutions provided to our mission critical communications customers.
  • Travel up to 25% as needed.
  • Ability to obtain a US Secuity Clearance

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience in Field Engineering.
  • Security + certification
  • Expeience with virtualization platforms.
  • Experience with Windows operating systems.
  • Experience with CISCO routers and switches networking.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 2 plus years of experience with server administration.
  • 2 plus years of experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux or other Linux operating systems.
  • Experience with both Windows and Linux server administration.
  • Experience with system administration utilizing Active Directory.
  • Experience with configuring and operating CISCO network devices. 
  • Experience with running network scans and analyzing data for security vulnerabilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent project tasks and prioritize them appropriately
  • Ability to communicate issues in a less technical sense to customers.
  • Demonstrate leadership skills which include customer focus, change management, teamwork, diversity, and integrity.
  • Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Tier 1 and 2 technical troubleshooting experience.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Washington State is $67,000 - $124,000. 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.

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an 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.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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