COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS (CS) RAAF Base Tindal, Northern Territory About L3Harris Communication Systems and this opportunity L3Harris Communication Systems is a Brisbane based subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and part of our Tactical Communications Division. We are a world leader in ground tactical and airborne mission radio solutions and a global provider of ground based C4 systems and transportable SATCOM terminals. We are focused on delivering advanced systems to meet the needs of our customers, uniting multiple forms of communication together, and covering communication over air, ground, sea, and space. L3Harris Technologies is a trusted sovereign design and production partner to the Australian Department of Defence and an established exporter to global defence primes. A few of our employee benefits are: Flexible annual leave (buy & sell up to 2 weeks)Additional Leave (up to 1 week)Defence Force Reserve Leave75% Salary continuance insurance (base salary and bonus for up to 2 years)Discounted Private health insurance.Life & Total Permanent Disability CoverNovated Car LeasingEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEmployee Discount Portal (My Work My Rewards)ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR THIS POSITION: Remote Location allowanceHome relocation assistanceAccommodation allowance/rental assistance and moreThe L3Harris Communications Australia Team is seeking a highly motivated individual to join their Global Field Services Team to provide technical and professional company representation in support of the Royal Australian Airforce AIR7000 TRITON contract with Northrop Grumman to the Commonwealth of Australia. This highly sought after position will be based in RAAF base Tindal in the Katherine region of Northern Territory, Australia. What the role will involve The responsibilities of your role will include the following: Participate in field installations, upgrades, demonstrations, and deployments.Maintain close and professional liaison with customer personnel to provide information, advice, and services as required.Install, perform checks, operate, repair, and maintain assigned equipment at customer installation(s).Conduct mechanical and electronic preventive maintenance to predict problems and correct anomalies prior to catastrophic downtime.Develop, construct, implement or modify a test plan to isolate anomalies to keep the equipment downtime to a minimum.Interpret and follow moderately complex sketches, schematics, drawings, charts, graphs, blueprints, block and wiring diagrams of assigned equipment.Maintain logs, charts, and equipment with authorized upgrades, and perform temporary modifications to extend continued operation until maintenance can be performed.Act as liaison with Engineering to highlight system defects and recommend hardware modifications for future improvements and new business opportunities.Travel to alternate TRITON sites to ensure operational effectiveness of the overall system.What you'll bring The role of Lead, Applications Engineer requires the following experience and skills: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent education, training and/or work experience with a specialised knowledge of electronics and mechanics and a demonstrated ability to comprehend schematics, logic drawings, wire lists and prints.Minimum 5 years previous experience in a similar position and an understanding of computers, networking, digital, RF, AC & DC power, satellite operation and maintenance, feedback control and/or tracking disciplines.The ability to work independently over extended periods at isolated locations with a proven ability to communicate effectively and provide reports and briefings to the customer.Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Clearance (AGSVA) NV2Important to know. Due to the nature of our work many of our roles require an Australian Government Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain one. Security clearances may only be granted to Australian citizens. 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. L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and offers equal opportunities for all. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race,religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
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