Senior Specialist, Electrical Engineer (RF Design)

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: Senior Specialist, Electrical Engineer (RF Design)Job Code: 41933Job Location: Rochester, NYJob Schedule: 5/8: Employees work 8 hours per day, 5 days a week Job Description:As a member of the Product Support Engineering team, you will be tasked with investigating a variety of problems related to: RF/Analog circuitry, assembly, SMT and test.

A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of radio transmitter and receiver design is required. You will collaborate across multifunctional teams to diagnose problems to component level, determining solutions via simulation and experimentation and implementing corrective actions.

You will be tasked with leading and mentoring junior engineers, being the go-to person for all things RF.

In addition, the successful candidate will work closely with the RF design teams to design out obsolete or long lead componentsTypical tasks include:Mentoring and guiding junior staff, assisting them as they investigate problems and perform simulations.

Leading investigations and coordinating tasks.

Detailing design tradeoffs and ensuring that the product's performance is aligned with the product specification and industry standards.

Mitigating component shortages through qualifying alternatives or redesigning circuits and sub-assemblies. Working with design engineering and manufacturing teams to introduce new designs into manufacturing.Working with design engineering to make necessary circuit changes prior to and during the launch of new products.Troubleshooting units, modules, and assemblies to the component level, and implementing changes to reduce failures.Improving product performance and implementing cost improvements outlining design tradeoffs and risks. Essential Functions:Hardware troubleshooting ability including analog and RF components and circuits.Ability to design and conduct engineering experiments and act upon test results.Design and analysis of circuits and components utilizing ADS, Matlab, and various design and simulation tools.

Hold training session with junior staff regarding simulations, actual bench measurements, and how to reconcile the differences between the models and the circuit design.Ability to use typical lab equipment: Oscilloscope, DMM, Spectrum & Network Analyzers, and signal generators.Able to analyze designs and communicate technical information to support staff.Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree and minimum 7 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 11 years of prior related experience.A high-level RF knowledge, and design and troubleshoot experience is required. Preferred Additional Skills:Electrical engineering degree.Experience with tactical Radio and Power Amplifier HW. Experience troubleshooting to component level.Working knowledge of LabVIEW, ADS and Jira. In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York State is $92,500 - $171,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. 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.L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.