Electro-optical Technician - Afternoon Shift

  • Hamilton
  • L3harris Technologies

Electro-Optical Technician

L3HARRIS WESCAM Division

Hamilton, Ontario

About L3HARRIS WESCAM

As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high-magnification electro1-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Assemble, test, adjust and troubleshoot Optical, Electronic and Electrical/Mechanical assemblies
  • Repair or rework existing assemblies
  • Work with Engineering on development of new products/procedures
  • Maintain test data, complete NCRs (Non-Conformance reports), analyze and advise on corrective actions
  • Assist in investigating, developing and implementing new test instructions

Required Capabilities

  • Experience in the field of assembly and troubleshooting Optical, Electronic and Mechanical devices
  • Thorough understanding of techniques in the use of hand tools, soldering, crimping and optical bench practices
  • Ability to use a variety of electronics and optical measuring devices
  • Thorough understanding of video and light transmission (Photonics)

Desired Education and Experiences

  • 2 - 5 years previous related work experience in the Electro-Optical field/ Electronics field
  • Electronics, Robotics or Optronics/Photonics College Diploma
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing an asset

About L3Harris Technologies

In July 2019 - L3 Technologies and Harris Corp merged to become L3Harris Technologies, becoming an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains.

Our customers perform on the world’s most challenging front lines. They trust us to keep them prepared for what’s next. We combine speed, innovation and flawless execution to give people confidence and security in the world ahead.

As we relentlessly pursue new ideas, we know that everything we bring to market must deliver, without fail, every time. The urgency of our quest is matched by our commitment to the people we serve.

In a world of ever accelerating change, threat environments move fast. We move forward faster, delivering industry-leading value.

Our work environment is both challenging and dynamic - our physical environment is state of the art. Here’s what you can expect as an L3Harris WESCAM employee

  • Brand new, custom-built 330,000 sq ft Engineering and Production facility atop the Waterdown escarpment in Hamilton
  • Close to hiking paths along the Bruce trail
  • Every other Friday off (paid - with our rare 9/80 work schedule)
  • 18000 sq ft subsidized Café including 12 mini
  • Café areas throughout the complex
  • Free10,000 sq ft on-site gym
  • Free wellness programs
  • Free fruit, bagels and coffee
  • Remote/hybrid work options, hoteling stations providing flexibility and multiple work options
  • Wellness rooms - first aid, prayer, mother’s room and quiet zones
  • Work/Life balance
  • Real opportunities for growth and development
  • A diverse and inclusive working culture
  • Everyone’s role at L3HARRIS WESCAM contributes to protecting people’s lives

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that diversity among our employees makes us a stronger organization.

Our work environment is both challenging and dynamic. Here’s what you can expect as an L3Harris WESCAM employee

  • Free wellness programs
  • Free fruit, bagels and coffee
  • Remote/hybrid work options and multiple work options
  • Work/Life balance
  • Real opportunities for growth and development
  • A diverse and inclusive working culture
  • Everyone’s role at L3HARRIS WESCAM contributes to protecting people’s lives
  • This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary. _
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