L3Harris Technologies

Global defense contractor delivering aerospace tech

Field Technician C - Atlantic City, NJ/Philadelphia, PA

Network Engineering & AdministrationUpdated on Nov 14

Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

Have a good working knowledge of cable connectors and replacement, including RJ-11, RJ-45, DB-25, V.35, and RS-449.
Have an excellent working knowledge of fiber and working knowledge of multiplexes, network topology, Frame Relay, Fractional T-1, SONET network technology, ATM, private line, and voice and data applications.
Have a good working knowledge of power testing for AC and DC, including three-phase AC, and be familiar with configuring and operating 24VDC and 48VDC power supplies.
Have experience with network and circuit testing using T1 testing specifications, DS3 testing, digital testing (BERT), and analog VG testing within Bell Core standards.
Have working knowledge of and experience using network test equipment such as JDSU HST, Ameritech AM5XT, Sage 935, digital oscilloscopes, Halcyon 704A, Para-scope, or other T1/DS3 test sets.
Have IP-based knowledge and experience configuring routers and switches.
Have experience installing equipment racks, including wall-mounted, raised-floor, and concrete installations.
Be able to obtain an FAA security clearance through a Public Trust background investigation.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least six years of relevant experience, or two years of post-secondary/Associate's education and at least two years of related experience.
Obtain and maintain a DOT Public Trust security clearance and a DoD Secret clearance.
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and/or local U.S. State REAL ID equivalent and a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

Provide field support for the FAA in New York airspaces.
Support FAA contracts and programs including FTI, ADS-B, DCNS, and other FSG programs.
Travel to FAA site locations within a three-hour drive of the Buffalo, New York area.

Desired Qualifications

Hold Network+, CCNA, CCNP, CCNA Wireless, or A+ certification.
Be able to work from home in an on-call status.
Be able to obtain and maintain an active FAA security clearance.
Be capable of lifting 70 pounds.
Be willing to travel up to 100% of the time to remote sites within a three-hour drive of the base location; technicians may be asked to travel outside their assigned region as needed.
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.
Be capable of using ladders and step stools to reach heights of approximately 10 feet.
Be willing and/or able to work outside regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs and respond to after-hours emergency calls as required.
Have customer service skills.
Be able to work in a high-stress, high-visibility environment.

Job Title: Field Technician C

Job Code: 44492

Job Location: Atlantic City, NJ or Philadelphia, PA

Job Schedule: 5/8

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies is looking for a Field Technician for the Company’s Field Services organization supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This role will be responsible for field support in NY airspaces. Field technician will support FAA contracts FTI, ADSB, DCNS and any other FSG programs.

Essential Functions:

Good working knowledge of cable connectors and replacement, such as RJ-11, RJ-45, DB-25, V.35, RS-449
Have an excellent working knowledge of fiber, working knowledge of Multiplexes, Network topology, Frame Relay, Fractional T-1, SONET Network Technology, ATM, Private Line, Voice and Data applications
Good working knowledge of power testing, AC and DC including 3 Phase AC. Familiar with configuration and operation of the 24VDC & 48 VDC power supplies.
Experience with network and circuit testing with T1 Testing Specifications, DS3 Testing, Digital Testing (BERT), and Analog VG Testing within Bell Core Standards.
Working knowledge and usage of various network test equipment: JDSU HST, Ameritech AM5XT, Sage 935, Digital Oscilloscope, Halcyon 704A, Para-scope or other T1/DS3 Test sets.
IP Based knowledge with experience configuring routers and switches
Experience installing equipment racks (wallmount, raised floors, concrete, etc.)
Travel to FAA site locations within a 3 hour drive from Buffalo, NY area
Candidate must be able to obtain FAA Security Clearance from Public Trust background investigation

Qualifications:

Requires highly developed job knowledge/skills. Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
Obtain and maintain a DOT Public Trust Security Clearance and a DOD Secret Clearance.
Possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and/or local US State REAL ID equivalent and a satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Network+, CCNA, CCNP, CCNA Wireless, A+
Ability to work from home, in an “on-call” status.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain active FAA Security Clearance
Capable of lifting 70 pounds
Must be willing to travel (up to 100% of the time) to remote sites within a 3hour drive circle of base location. Technicians may be asked to travel outside of their assigned region, as needed.
Posses and maintain a valid Driver’s License, and satisfactory driving record, as conditions of initial (and continued0 employment
Capable of utilizing ladders, and step stools, to reach heights of approx. 10 feet
Willingness and/or ability to work outside regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs and to respond to after-hours emergency calls as required.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to work in high stress and visibility environment

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in the Buffalo, NY area is $54,500 - $104,500. The salary range for this role in Buffalo, NY is $54,500 - $104,500. 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 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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