MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN

MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN

Title: MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN
Location: CA-Nova Scotia-Halifax - Enfield
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L-3 Communications Electronic Systems Inc. (L-3 ES), a division of L-3 Communications, is an internationally recognized supplier of integrated systems and highly sophisticated electronic equipment for both defense and commercial applications.

With facilities in Halifax and Toronto and support staff in Ottawa, L-3 ES employs approximately 300 highly skilled and experienced personnel, including scientists, engineers, technologists and technicians.

We are seeking a motivated self starter to fill the following position in our Halifax facility:


You will be a member of the Repair and Overhaul department reporting to the R & O supervisor where you will be responsible for the following duties:

* Fault-finding and isolating units being tested to the componenet level using approved test programs and diagnostics;
* Repair and overhaul, modify, and test aircraft systems and equipment;
* Check and repair avionics systems and line-replaceable units (LRU).
* Diagnose malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, etc.
Ideally you are an electronics technician with one of the following:

1. Certificate or diploma in post secondary electronics technology/technician course
2. Qualification Level 5 standing as an Electronics Technician obtained from Government or Canadian Forces
3. Equivalent training certificate as an electronics technician in a defence or electronics related industry. Other qualifications include:
* Knowledge of CP-140 Auroa an asset but not required;
* 3-4 years experience in the testing of electronic components, assemblies and subassemblies;
* Proven ability to read and interpret schematics, drawings and military documentation;
* Above average computer skills to effectively operate automated test equipment and PC based computer systems, and;
* Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing

The successful applicant can expect to enjoy L-3 ES's 9/80 Work Schedule-2 weeks' work scheduled into 9 work days, resulting in every other Friday off.

All successful applicantsmust beeligible to meet requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and Canadian government security clearance.

If your cover letter clearly demonstrates how your qualifications meet our requirements your resume will make it to the front of the line. For confidential consideration, please e-mail your resume @referencing the job posting number in the subject lineor fax to . We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.

L-3 Electronic Systems is a proud supporter of employment equity and is registered under the Federal Contractors Program. If you would like to learn more about L-3 Electronic Systems please visit our web site