DoD SkillBridge), Field Service Technician

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 technologies is the trusted disruptor in the defense industry. 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.

l3harris’ dod skillbridge is connecting transitioning service members to career training opportunities within our organization. We will provide service members with valuable civilian work experience through industry specific training, certifications and on the job experience during their dod skillbridge internship to help them ready themselves for their next mission.

l3harris aims to attract and retain veteran talent and to help bridge the gap between their military service and civilian careers within our organization. L3harris is eager to share our knowledge and experience with our service members. This internship is an opportunity for the service member to gain a full understanding of the job position outlined below.

to be eligible for dod skillbridge job opportunites you must be an active member of the u.s. Military with 180 days of service or fewer remaining prior to your date of separation and have at least 180 continuous days of active service.

the field service department is looking for a highly motivated and talented technician to provide quality service and repair of complex mx-20/25 airborne surveillance turrets. The fsr will provide full-time technical support and interface with a dedicated strategic customer. This field support will occur directly onsite with this customer at their facility at hurlburt afb, florida. Fsr must always project a positive image of our department and company that will meet our customer's highest expectations for service and support of their l3harris technologies equipment.

this position requires a self-motivated, creative, forward-thinking, and energetic individual. Excellent communication, relationship building, and problem-solving skills are a must. The ability to interface well with demanding customers as well as co-workers is critical. The best mx-series field technicians are strong team players and customer focused. Fsr must work well independently and can be relied upon to make difficult decisions that will affect the performance and availability of mission critical systems.

• the most important performance objective for this department is to repair, test and maintain wescam mx-20/25 sensor systems in accordance with pre-established processes, while adhering to customer deadlines. A successful mx field technician understands the gimbal system, understands how all components work together including peripheral interfaces, and able to effectively troubleshoot, repair and test a failed system.
• objective is to become proficient in troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of wescam mx-20/25 systems within 90 days.
• knowledge and application of troubleshooting electronics and mechanical systems, customer service skills and being a part of a motivated and diverse team.
• be part of a motivated extended team that supports various u.s. Homeland security, law enforcement, and dod military customers by repairing mission critical wescam sensor systems.
• may be a resource to other employees in areas of expertise. Assignments are moderately difficult requiring some judgment.
• being creative, open-minded and a good listener.
• work may be structured within identified boundaries and procedures. Follows established processes to complete tasks. Identifies problems and issues in…