Associate, Electrical Engineering; PCB

Job Title: Associate, Electrical Engineering

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL (onsite)

Job Schedule: 980-REG

Job Description: L3

Harris is seeking a motivated entry‑level Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Fabrication Engineer to join our Rapid PCB Fabrication Lab team. This hands‑on role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting‑edge PCB manufacturing technologies, supporting rapid prototyping and low‑volume prototypes for critical defense applications. You will gain comprehensive experience across the entire PCB fabrication process—from design validation through final delivery—while working in a fast‑paced, innovative engineering environment.

• Support design‑for‑manufacturability (DFM) reviews, design rule verification, and generate Gerber/drill files for PCB fabrication.
• Execute imaging and patterning operations including photoresist coating, UV exposure, and direct imaging using LED systems.
• Support multi‑layer PCB processing through copper etching, photoresist stripping, and hydraulic lamination operations.
• Operate via/PTH interconnect formation equipment including CNC drilling/routing machines and electroless/electrolytic plating systems.
• Conduct external processing and surface finishing operations (ENIG, ENEPIG) including solder mask application and NPTH drilling.
• Perform quality control activities using electrical testing equipment (continuity, isolation, impedance), automated optical inspection (AOI), and cross‑sectional analysis.
• Maintain equipment to optimize throughput and cycle time.
• Monitor and track key performance metrics including yield rates, defect density, cycle times, first‑pass success rates, and customer satisfaction to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  
  Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field, or having completed a Bachelor’s degree within the last 12 months.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office, data entry, and ability to learn specialised software.
• Hands‑on lab or coursework experience with electronics or manufacturing.
• Internship or co‑op experience in electronics manufacturing (preferred).
• Experience with soldering, assembly, or quality inspection (beneficial).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph.

L3

Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3

Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

L3

Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

L3

Harris Technologies is an E‑Verify Employer.