Engineering Technician C
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 5, 2026. L3Harris Technologies scores A on the Alion truth index.
Job Title: Engineering Technician C
Job Code: 45600
Job Location: Rochester, NY
Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off)
Job Description:
The Airborne Focus Factory within L3Harris Space and Mission Systems, located in Rochester, New York, is seeking an experienced, motivated, and detail-oriented Engineering Technician to join the Assembly and Integration team. This position will perform a variety of operations related to the assembly and integration of complex electromechanical spaceflight components. The role involves working directly with engineers on the design and development of new and existing products to optimize designs for manufacturability.
Essential Functions:
- Perform optical alignment work in a manufacturing and/or prototyping environment
- Read engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and detailed work instructions
- Maintain accurate records and manufacturing documentation
- Ability to work with fragile and precise assemblies
- Must be proficient with measuring tools (verniers, calipers, scales, etc.)
- Willingness to work overtime, shift work, weekends, holidays, and some travel
- Ability to obtain US Government security clearance
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience; Or, 2 years post-secondary/Associate Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Experience in an electrical, mechanical, or optical fabrication discipline
- Aerospace or defense industry experience
- Experience with measurement and analysis
- Proficient in cable and harness fabrication, as well as component soldering
- Experience with one or more of the following: optical interferometry, MTF testing, lens bench testing, resolution testing
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to work overtime, shift work, weekends, and some travel
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York state is $26.20/hr - $48.79/hr. 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.