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Engineering Test Technician

L3Harris

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Cape Canaveral, FL
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearance

Job overview

L3Harris seeks an Engineering Test Technician to support testing, integration, final assembly, and launch operations for complex launch systems at its Cape Canaveral location. The technician will work with engineers and technicians on launch vehicles used for missile defense testing, with operations that may take place outside the continental United States and aboard U.S. military aircraft.

Skills & qualifications

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Skills

TeamworkSafety TrainingExplosive Device HandlingEnvironmental TestingInstrumentationElectrical SystemsMechanical SystemsPneumatic SystemsHydraulic SystemsElectronic Test EquipmentOscilloscopesMultimetersSignal GeneratorsSupport Equipment MaintenanceTroubleshootingESD PreventionComputer SkillsMicrosoft OfficeCREOSolid Propellant Rocket MotorsMechanical SkillsTechnical Drawing InterpretationProcedure FollowingAirframe and Power Plant MechanicsHeavy Lift OperationsRiggingCrane OperationsParachute PackingAir Drop Load RiggingAirfield Operations

Qualifications

Active US Secret Security ClearanceHigh School Diploma or Equivalent6 Years Engineering Technician Experience or Associate's Degree With 2 Years ExperienceFAA Class III Medical CertificateUSAF Aerospace Physiological StandardsFAA Airframe and Power Plant Certification

Full job description

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 Test Technician

Job Code: 46088

Job Location : Cape Canaveral, Florida

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of evry 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking a Test Technician at our Cape Canaveral, FL location. This role will work among a multidisciplinary team of technicians and engineers to conduct tests, integration, final assembly and launch operation of complex systems. Launch Operations are executed from U.S. military aircraft and installations and are typically performed outside of the continental U.S. (OCONUS). At this Coleman Aerospace location, L3Harris produces complex single, two, and three stage launch vehicles used to support missile defense testing.

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Essential Functions:

  • Participate in booster build and integration, pre-launch parachute packing and rigging, pneumatic and hydraulic system setup, system level integration and testing, data review, troubleshooting and corrective action.

  • Train in both company processes, launch vehicle systems and related test engineering tasks.

  • Assist in aircraft integration and launch operations.

  • Author and/or assist Test Engineers in the development of test plans and procedures.

  • Launch support equipment maintenance and upkeep.

  • Ability to obtain an FAA Class III (or higher) medical certificate.

  • Ability to meet USAF Aerospace Physiological standards, satisfactorily complete the associated training, and be willing to perform launch duties aboard USAF aircraft.

Qualifications:

  • Active US Secret Security Clearance.

  • Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant Engineering Technician experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associate’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Comfortable working within a team environment.

  • Satisfactorily complete safety training for handling, testing, and installation of explosive devices. Environmental testing and/or instrumentation experience is a plus.

  • Willing and able to travel inside and outside of the continental U.S.

  • Have experience or possess a working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

  • Able to operate basic electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, signal generators, etc.

  • Capable of learning the operation and maintenance of specialized support and launch equipment used for system level operations and troubleshooting.

  • Able to complete an ESD training class and practice prevention methods.

  • Possess basic computer skills and familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite of programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Working knowledge of CREO a plus.

  • Experience with solid propellant rocket motors is desirable. Excellent mechanical skills and experience reading and following complex technical drawings, procedures, and checklists is a must.

  • Previous military or civilian experience as an FAA certified Airframe and Power Plant mechanic is highly desirable.

  • Experience coordinating and participating in heavy lift operations and rigging involving bridge and mobile cranes.

  • Experience packing parachutes and rigging heavy air drop loads is desired.

  • Experience with airfield operations is a plus.

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris 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. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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 purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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How this job compares

Set against the 782 open Test Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$54–84K/yr153 salary ranges
  • US median$28–37/hr357 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 32 open Test Technician jobs in Florida and 782 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Florida
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Test Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (560 postings).
Education
6 of the 782 open Test Technician jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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