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9/80 work schedule available for most U.S. and Canada employees, effective October 24, 2022.

Electrical Designer 

Ref #:19665

Waterdown, 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.

About the Role

WESCAM is currently seeking an Electrical Designer for architecting, designing, developing, modifying, evaluating and integrating electronic equipment, electronic parts, components, or integrated circuitry for complex, high performance hardware systems. Determines design approaches and parameters. Analyzes electrical requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints. May use high level programming language to configure programmable logic devices. Analyzes equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results. Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability. Join the team at WESCAM and be an integral part of one of the top defense companies in the country.

Primary Responsibilities

Responsibility for development of assigned projects and determining, estimating, assigning and manage project tasks.  Schedule and actively participate in technical design reviews to ensure design integrity is achieved.Provide guidance to other team members and mentorship to new hires and junior Electrical Engineers.Participate in maintaining the related engineering design practices, processes and standards.Provide the required metrics, reports and performance measures to the Manager.Troubleshoot technical problems on production and customer equipment.Provide technical support to other areas of the organization including Manufacturing Engineering, Bids and Proposals, and Marketing related to the assigned project.Develop a strong presence across engineering and other areas of the business to maximize collaboration and synergy in an effort to meet project goals.Watch for new technologies and leadership trends that may impact present and future product development.Complete other tasks and projects as assigned by the Manager.

Required Capabilities 

Track record of being a strong technical contributor across a wide range of technical problems Have shown the ability to build and maintain professional relationships within and outside of engineering.Design, implementation and validation of complex electrical subsystems and products.Practical knowledge of circuit card and wiring harness development and manufacturing processes.Practical analytical skills with a focus on being able to simulate design concepts.Design with modern CAD, simulation and analysis tools.  Skilled at debugging and testing systems.In depth knowledge of the electrical functionality of Wescam products is an asset.Knowledge of various military and industry standards related to airborne, marine and ground systems.Meets the requirements of the Controlled Goods Registration Program and is eligible for a Canadian government security clearance

Desired Education and Experiences 

Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent & minimum of 4 years of progressive experience, or Masters of Applied Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent & minimum of 2 years of progressive experience, or In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace. 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. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.