Engineering Technician - Cable

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Job Title:
Engineering Technician - Cables

Job Location:
Palm Bay, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80

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Harris has transformed communications and information technology. Harris is a proven leader in tactical communications, geospatial systems and services, air traffic management, environmental solutions, avionics and electronic warfare, and space and intelligence. From ocean to orbit and everywhere in between, we provide mission-critical solutions to connect, inform and protect the world.

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• Apply advanced knowledge and understanding of engineering terminology, industry standards, and technical specifications to accurately interpret and execute manufacturing requirements.
• Perform assembly operations on Cable Harnesses, CCAs (Circuit Card Assemblies) and sub-assemblies in support of high-performance, high-reliability programs within a development manufacturing environment.
• Build and integrate complex wiring harnesses and CCAs using engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and related documentation.
• Establish and follow effective methods and sequences of operations to ensure precision and quality in all builds.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to develop and refine written and paperless work instructions, including rework procedures.
• Execute complex rework independently, maintaining compliance with engineering and quality standards.
• Demonstrate adaptability by supporting overtime requirements, working across multiple locations, and adjusting to shifting program priorities.

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.

• Working knowledge of the following certifications: J-STD-001, IPC-610, IPC-620, NASA 8739.1 & 8739.4, ESD, Hi-Rel, and FOD control.
• Skilled in high-reliability soldering techniques (per IPC J-STD-001 and NASA-STD-8739.3/4).
• Proficient in precision crimping, connectorization, and termination of contacts per NASA and IPC standards.
• Ability to apply proper shielding, grounding, and EMI/RFI mitigation techniques.
• Experience with conformal coating, potting compounds, and protective finishes for cable assemblies.
• Skilled in cable routing, lacing, and strain relief to meet structural and environmental requirements.
• Experience in an Engineering development environment.
• Experience working in Cable Harness and CCA Manufacturing.

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