Engineering Technician C
L3Harris · Melbourne, FL
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 6+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 10 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at L3Harris (aerospace & defense) in Melbourne, FL. 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.
- They ask for
- 6+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Florida: typical posted base $71k–$131k.
Median of the low and high ends of 27 live postings that list pay, out of 92 manufacturing engineer openings in Florida, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 91 other live manufacturing postings in Florida.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (6+ vs 5+)
Typical $71k–$131k, from 27 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Lean 43%
- Tooling 42%
- Root cause 32%
- Machining 30%
- Six Sigma 29%
- New product launch 29%
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Essential Functions
- ◆Perform hand soldering of electronic components, wiring, and assemblies in accordance with established workmanship standards
- ◆Assemble electronic and mechanical components, subassemblies, final assemblies, and cable assemblies using work instructions, engineering drawings, schematics, and bills of material
- ◆Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with quality standards, including IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 cable assembly
requirements
- ✓Support prototype, development, and production builds
- ✓Assist with testing, troubleshooting, validation, and rework of assemblies as needed
- ✓Support engineers and senior technicians with build activities, issue resolution, and process improvements
- ✓Participate in RF-related assembly, test, or troubleshooting activities, when applicable
- ✓Maintain accurate records of work completed, test results, and any identified issues
- ✓Follow safety procedures, quality requirements, and company policies
- ✓Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- ✓Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance
Qualifications
- ✓High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience, or 2 years post-secondary education/associate’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience
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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title: Engineering Technician C
Job Location: Melbourne, FL
Job Schedule: 4/10 MON
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Engineering Technician C to support engineering, assembly, and production activities in a hands-on technical environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with soldering, electronic and mechanical assembly, and familiarity with IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 cable assembly workmanship standards. Experience with testing, troubleshooting, and RF-related work is preferred. This position is well suited for someone who is eager to learn, works well in a team environment, and takes pride in producing high-quality work.
Preferred Additional Skills
- +Experience with electrical, functional, or environmental testing; troubleshooting and rework of assemblies; and prototype or low-rate production builds
- +RF assembly, RF test, or RF troubleshooting experience preferred
- +IPC certification or formal IPC training preferred
- +Familiarity with common lab and test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, continuity testers, and basic RF test equipment
- +Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality and workmanship, adaptability, willingness to learn, good problem-solving skills, and a dependable, safety-conscious work ethic
- +Hands-on experience with soldering and electronic/mechanical assembly
- +Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 cable assembly standards
- +Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, assembly instructions, and bills of material
- +Strong attention to detail and good manual dexterity
- +Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
- +Strong work ethic and willingness to learn new tools, processes, and test methods