Tactical Communication Equipment Installation Specialist 1 (43913)

• Install, configure, integrate, test, troubleshoot, and maintain tactical communications systems and associated equipment.
• Perform hands-on mechanical installation and integration of communication equipment, including mounting, securing, routing, connecting, aligning, and adjusting equipment and associated hardware.
• Use hand tools and basic mechanical tools safely and effectively to install, remove, modify, and maintain equipment.
• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical installation issues such as equipment fit, mounting, alignment, hardware, cable routing, connector access, structural limitations, and physical interference.
• Understand how mechanical, electrical, and electronic components interact as part of an integrated communication system.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, installation drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, equipment layouts, and technical documentation.
• Integrate and install communication systems into tactical vehicles, facilities, ships, and other operational platforms.
• Support domestic and international customer deployments and operational field activities.
• Travel frequently in support of customer and program requirements; travel may exceed 50% depending on operational needs.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in field environments with limited supervision.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Program Managers, and internal stakeholders to develop and implement field plans, procedures, and solutions.
• Provide customer instruction, hands-on training, and operational support as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation including installation records, maintenance activities, service reports, and customer interactions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, ESD procedures, and company policies while operating in field environments.
• Obtain and maintain eligibility for a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance and comply with customer security requirements.

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

• Prior military service or experience supporting military operations strongly preferred.
• Active U.S. security clearance preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated experience working on vehicles, ships, equipment, machinery, electrical/mechanical systems, or other complex fielded systems.
• Experience performing hands-on equipment installation, modification, repair, or maintenance using mechanical and electrical hand tools.
• Experience with mechanical integration of equipment into vehicles, racks, shelters, ships, facilities, or other platforms.
• Ability to visualize how equipment will physically fit and function within a platform and identify potential installation challenges before they become problems.
• Experience with drilling, fastening, mounting, routing, securing, aligning, and positioning equipment and associated components.
• Experience working with electrical systems, wiring, electronic components, and technical equipment.
• Familiarity with hand tools, installation techniques, and technical maintenance practices.
• Familiarity with tactical communications systems or RF fundamentals.
• Experience with L3Harris communication systems or similar radio platforms.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals and communications infrastructure.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset and demonstrated problem-solving capability.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in rapidly changing environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated customer engagement capability.
• Ability to safely work in physically demanding field environments and adapt to varying customer platforms and operating conditions.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, electronics, communications systems, mechanical integration, electromechanical systems , or related technical fields; equivalent military or technical experience considered.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and comfort performing hands-on installation and maintenance activities.
• Ability to work confidently with hand tools, hardware, mounting systems, connectors, cabling, and mechanical installation components.
• Ability to understand basic mechanical concepts such as fit, alignment, fastening, mounting, torque, clearance, routing, and equipment positioning.
• Ability to safely disassemble, modify, install, and reassemble equipment and associated components.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including domestic and international assignments.
• Ability to climb towers or willingness to obtain tower climbing certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York state is $67,000 - $124,000.

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. #LI-JD3