Specialist, Test Engineering - Software

L3Harris

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On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
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$97,000–$180,000 / yr
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1 day ago
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About L3Harris

L3Harris Technologies is a US aerospace and defense technology company providing space and airborne systems, communications, electronic warfare, and missile propulsion solutions for government and commercial customers.

L3Harris currently has 614 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Specialist, Test Engineering - Software

Specialist, Test Engineering- Software will join the engineering team to support the design, verification, characterization, and integration of automated RF test systems and subsystems. The role involves developing and programming embedded systems using Linux, FPGAs, and CPLDs while creating automated test solutions with LabVIEW, Test Stand, Python, and C++. Daily responsibilities include designing production test systems with multi-unit capabilities, troubleshooting hardware issues at the board and system levels, and executing test plans for transmitters, receivers, and amplifiers. The candidate will operate RF equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and vector network analyzers to resolve performance issues. Key technical skills include experience with VHDL, ZYNQ boards, and digital communication protocols. This role addresses critical challenges in the aerospace and defense sectors by ensuring robust hardware performance through rigorous validation across development and manufacturing phases.

What you'll do

  • Design automated test systems with multi-unit capabilities, fault detection, and reporting features.
  • Develop and program embedded systems using Linux, FPGAs, and CPLDs.
  • Create automated test solutions using LabVIEW, Test Stand, Python, and C++.
  • Execute and document test plans and procedures for components, subsystems, and full assemblies.
  • Operate RF test equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and vector network analyzers.
  • Troubleshoot and isolate RF performance issues at the board, module, and system levels.
  • Support design verification and validation for transmitters, receivers, encryptors, and amplifiers.
  • Transition test methods from development phases into manufacturing and production environments.

What we're looking for

  • A Secret Security Clearance is required.
  • Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience, a Graduate degree and 2 years of experience, or 8 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience designing, integrating, and programming embedded systems involving Linux, FPGAs, and CPLDs.
  • Proficiency in developing automated test solutions using LabVIEW, Test Stand, Python, and C++.
  • Ability to operate RF equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, vector network analyzers, power meters, and oscilloscopes.
  • Experience with RF integration, digital logic, differential communication protocols, and encryption systems (preferred).
  • Familiarity with RF/microwave principles, S-parameters, and hardware such as filters, amplifiers, and attenuators (preferred).
  • U.S. citizens.

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