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L3Harris Technologies

Global defense contractor delivering aerospace tech

Field Technician D - Ronkonkoma, NY

Equipment Field ServiceUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeAlbany, NY, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 8 years of prior relevant experience, or 2 years of post-secondary education/an associate degree and at least 4 years of prior related experience.
  • Must obtain and maintain a Department of Transportation Public Trust security clearance and a Department of Defense Secret clearance.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and/or local U.S. state REAL ID equivalent and a satisfactory driving record.
  • Must be willing to travel, potentially up to 100% of the time, to remote sites within a 3-hour drive circle of the base location; travel outside the assigned region may also be requested.
  • Must be able to work outside regularly scheduled hours, including on-call and after-hours emergency response, as needed.
  • Must be capable of lifting 32 pounds and using ladders and step stools to reach approximately 10 feet.
  • Good working knowledge of cable connectors and replacement, including RJ-11, RJ-45, DB-25, V.35, and RS-449.
  • Working knowledge of fiber, multiplexers, network topology, Frame Relay, Fractional T-1, SONET network technology, ATM, private line, and voice and data applications.
  • Working knowledge of power testing, including AC and DC and three-phase AC, and familiarity with configuration and operation of 24VDC and 48VDC power supplies.
  • Experience with network and circuit testing using T1 testing specifications, DS3 testing, digital testing (BERT), and analog VG testing within Bell Core standards.
  • Working knowledge and use of network test equipment such as JDSU HST, Ameritech AM5XT, Sage 935, digital oscilloscopes, Halcyon 704A, Para-scope, or other T1/DS3 test sets.
  • IP-based knowledge and experience configuring routers and switches.
  • Experience installing equipment racks, including wall-mounted, raised-floor, and concrete installations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support for each specific program and system L3Harris supports for the FAA, including FTI, MS, ADS-B, DCNS, WMSS, and others.
  • Install, repair, configure, test, and perform preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment at customer remote locations.
  • Provide scheduled and on-call support at various customer locations within the assigned area; occasionally travel to remote sites outside the assigned area to support FAA customer needs and requests.
  • Read, understand, and follow equipment drawings and task orders.
  • Take notes and document work performed and events at customer locations.
  • Work directly by phone with the NOCC, the SAC, and the Helpdesk to resolve field issues.
  • Maintain tools, test equipment, parts and electronics, truck-stock inventory, and personal or company vehicles.
  • Prepare for assigned tasks before dispatching.
  • Work with the supervisor (ASL) to ensure L3Harris and program-specific policies and procedures are followed.
  • Provide onsite support at FAA facility ZNY ARTCC, N90 TRACO, and field support for FAA facilities in the ZNY airspace.
  • Support FAA contracts FTI, ADS-B, DCNS, and other FSG programs.

Desired Qualifications

  • Network+, CCNA, CCNP, CCNA Wireless, or A+ certification.
  • Ability to work from home while in an on-call status.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an active FAA security clearance.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to work in a high-stress, high-visibility environment.

About the Company

L3Harris Technologies

Global defense contractor delivering aerospace tech

L3Harris Technologies provides advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems for governments and commercial customers. Its products include sensors, communications, and propulsion—such as tactical radios, night-vision gear, satellite payloads, missile defense, and space propulsion—delivered as integrated systems for operations across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company blends legacy technologies from two joining giants with newer capabilities, faster acquisition cycles, and a focus on missiles, space, and resilient communications to field solutions quickly. Its goal is to be a trusted, scale-ready provider of next‑generation defense and intelligence capabilities for national security and related customers.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Melbourne, FL
Founded
1895

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