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Sr. Specialist, Electrical Engineer

Clifton, New Jersey
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

L3Harris' EW Division seeks an experienced EEE parts Component Engineer to join our team. The person in this position will be responsible for supporting our Clifton, NJ location in the development of complex Electronic Warfare Systems. This includes all phases of product development from advanced research and development through design and on to production support. Tasks will include development of component requirements, parts selection, addressing obsolescence issues and working closely with Design, Supply Chain, Quality, and Reliability. 



Essential Functions:


  • Develop requirements and qualification test plans, thru customer approval, for non-standard Parts, and Processes (i.e. PARs, PMPCB approval).
  • Support component selection
  • Develop part specifications (e.g. SCD’s, PID’s)
  • Assist design engineering in selecting appropriate parts based on mission requirements
  • Resolve supplier issues in cooperation with quality and supply chain.
  • Provide support to subcontractors for all PMP concerns
  • Knowledge of electrical requirements for components
  • Review PCNs, EOL notices, deviations, and waivers for potential product impact.
  • Support reliability engineering efforts including failure analysis, MTBF predictions, derating analysis, and root cause investigations.
  • Perform complex BOM grading and address obsolescence with forward looking plans and mitigation.
  • Work closely with Materials & Process, and Reliability personnel to assure mission success.
  • Occasional travel to ensure part manufacturer compliance and completion of part inspection where applicable.



Qualifications:


  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.



Preferred Additional Skills:


  • Experience in Parts Obsolescence and use of Silicon Expert
  • Experience with the GIDEP system
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and schematics.
  • Experience with packaged and die-level components, MMICs and ASICs
  • Knowledge/use of Microsoft Office Applications







In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey is [$106,500 - $197,500]. 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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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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