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Engineering Associate jobs are open across civil, mechanical, electrical, and environmental sectors, from entry-level to mid-career, with specializations in structural design, process engineering, and systems analysis. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Description:
The Integration & Test Engineer supports the development and delivery of airborne telemetry, radio frequency (RF), secure communications, and embedded flight‑safety systems for L3Harris’s TRF Bristol site. This role performs electrical and physical integration, develops hardware and software test programs, and ensures mission‑critical products meet technical, schedule, cost, quality, and customer requirements. The position works across engineering and program functions to strengthen system integration, verification and validation, producibility analysis, and test readiness for ruggedized airborne hardware. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team focused on delivering high‑reliability solutions for United States and allied aerospace and defense platforms.
Essential Functions:
- Support development of hardware and software test plans, procedures, and specifications based on defined program and design requirements.
- Perform system, subsystem, and device‑level integration of electronic, RF, and airborne telemetry hardware under guidance from senior engineers.
- Assist with executing tests, collecting data, and performing preliminary troubleshooting using standard electronic and RF test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers.
- Contribute to verification and validation activities, including documenting results and ensuring configuration control of integration and test artifacts.
- Support producibility, compatibility, and basic testability analyses by making standard adjustments or recommendations.
- Participate in integration planning and test readiness preparations, escalating risks or failures to senior team members.
- Collaborate with systems, electrical, mechanical, RF, software, and manufacturing teams to ensure coordinated program execution.
- Maintain lab safety, ESD compliance, and proper use of tools, fixtures, and test equipment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; OR graduate degree with 0–2 years; OR in lieu of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience.
- Practical experience with testing or integrating electronic or RF hardware, circuit card assemblies, or electromechanical systems.
- Familiarity with electronic/RF test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power meters, network analyzers, and spectrum analyzers.
- Ability to troubleshoot basic test anomalies and escalate complex issues appropriately.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Familiarity with electrostatic discharge (ESD) best practices and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines for electronic test environments.
- Experience with automated test tools or scripting environments such as LabVIEW or MATLAB, or similar tools.
- Familiarity with qualification testing, environmental testing, or manufacturing support.
- Experience supporting manufacturing production of electronic devices or secure communication hardware.
- Exposure to airborne or ruggedized embedded systems for telemetry, RF, secure communications, or mission‑critical applications.
- Experience conducting system‑level troubleshooting using RF or digital engineering tools and techniques.
- Familiarity with Department of Defense or government customer test processes, deliverables, or acceptance requirements.
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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, 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.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering associate jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related technical discipline
- Proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit
- Familiarity with engineering analysis tools or simulation software relevant to the discipline
- Engineer-in-Training credential or eligibility to sit for the FE exam
- Experience with technical report writing and engineering documentation standards
- Knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, or regulatory requirements
Tips for Your Engineering Associate Job Search
Tailor your resume to each discipline
Engineering associate postings vary sharply by discipline. A civil-track role emphasizes AutoCAD and site analysis, while an electrical-track role prioritizes circuit design and PLC experience. Pull the technical keywords directly from each job description and reflect them in your skills and project sections.
Lead with project outcomes not duties
Hiring managers for engineering associate roles scan for quantified results, not task lists. Describe what your project achieved: load capacity met, cost saved, or timeline hit. Vague phrases like 'assisted with design work' get skipped in favor of candidates who show real deliverables.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists engineering associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by required licensure stage
Many engineering associate openings specify whether they require an EIT credential, a PE in progress, or no license at all. Filter your search by that requirement so you're not applying to roles that need a credential you haven't yet earned, which saves time for both you and the hiring team.
Prepare a technical portfolio before interviews
Most engineering associate interviews include a design or analysis exercise. Bring documented examples of past calculations, CAD drawings, or lab reports you can reference. Interviewers want to see your process, not just your conclusion, so organized documentation gives you a concrete edge during technical discussions.
Negotiate start date alongside offer terms
Entry-level engineering associate offers often have fixed salary bands, but start dates are almost always flexible. If you're finishing a project, completing a credential, or relocating, asking for an adjusted start date costs the employer nothing and gives you time to arrive prepared rather than rushed.
Engineering Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most engineering associates?
The companies hiring the most engineering associates right now include L3Harris, Mesa Associates, and UPS, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Tennessee, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest in infrastructure, energy, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
How many engineering associate jobs are remote?
About 50% of engineering associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most engineering work. Remote options are most common in software-adjacent engineering roles, technical documentation, and project coordination, while field, lab, and site-based positions almost always require in-person presence.
How do you become an engineering associate?
Becoming an engineering associate typically starts with earning a bachelor's degree in a recognized engineering discipline. From there, you build foundational experience through internships or co-ops, develop proficiency in discipline-specific tools and software, and pursue your EIT credential by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam. Entry-level roles then provide the supervised experience needed to advance toward full licensure.
How do you get hired as an engineering associate with little experience?
Candidates with limited work history can get hired by emphasizing relevant coursework, senior capstone projects, and any internship or co-op experience, even brief ones. Demonstrating that you passed or are eligible for the FE exam signals technical readiness. Applying to smaller firms and municipal or state government employers often yields more entry points than large contractors, who frequently require prior project experience.
What does the engineering associate interview process look like?
Most engineering associate interviews include an initial screening call with HR or a recruiter, followed by a technical interview with an engineer or project manager. The technical stage typically involves reviewing your past work, solving a discipline-specific problem, or walking through a design scenario. Some employers add a panel interview or a written exercise before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to engineering associate jobs?
You can find and apply to engineering associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your discipline, experience level, and location preferences, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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