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Manufacturing Technician A

Cincinnati, Ohio
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

In this full-time hourly position, you will:

  • Be responsible for following product test procedures, equipment operation and sound safety practices to perform environmental tests on production and development hardware. These tests include Environmental Stress Screening, temperature shock and cycling, vibration, shock, temperature and humidity, jolt, jumble, five foot drop, centrifuge and other miscellaneous environmental tests.
  • Work with engineers, technicians and program managers to coordinate testing, report results and address issues and failures.
  • Set up and program data acquisition and environmental test equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning mechanical, electro-mechanical and electronic test equipment.
  • Perform calibration and routine preventive maintenance of equipment.
  • Set up and program data acquisition and environmental test equipment.
  • Work autonomously on assignments requiring judgment and initiative. Use knowledge and experience to resolve issues.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

  • Hands on position that requires the use of a wide array of hand tools and electrical instruments.
  • Work performed in an office and production environment with people in close proximity and in an engineering design, development, and test environment laboratory with exposure to noise from machines, which may require certain protective equipment such as goggles and ear plugs.
  • Will be on your feet majority of the day setting up and testing hardware while reaching into test chambers.
  • Proficiency with PCs and Microsoft Office applications is needed.
  • Duties may require being on call periodically and working outside of normal working hours.
  • May be required to lift/move up to 100 lbs., with assistance

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to read and interpret work instructions, engineering drawings, sketches, and test procedures.
  • Ability to record accurate test data and write a concise report of findings.
  • Good interpersonal skills; pay attention to detail; and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Maintain lab area in a clean and orderly fashion.
  • Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
  • Perform other duties within incumbent’s abilities.

Qualifications:

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with 0-3 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Knowledge of and experience with setting up and running environmental test equipment is highly desired.

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.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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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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