Associate Operations Engineer Jobs in Montreal, QC

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Job Title: Network Engineering Associate (Operations)

Job Location: Montreal, QC

Job Code: 41374

Job Schedule: Day Shift

Compensation Range: Between $55,500 - $102,500 CDN annually

The Operations Engineering Network Engineering Associate is responsible for supporting and maintaining network infrastructure and computer-based equipment used in production, simulation, and testing environments. This role ensures reliable system connectivity, supports hardware integration, and contributes to the lifecycle management of network-enabled systems and components. The specialist acts as a key technical resource bridging production operations and engineering, ensuring network configurations and computing systems meet operational and project requirements. This role functions as an intermediate-level technical specialist, working with moderate autonomy while collaborating closely with senior engineering staff.

Essential Functions:

• Support and maintain network infrastructure and computer-based equipment used in production, simulation, and testing environments
• Configure and maintain networks for simulator systems and project environments
• Set up and support remote access solutions (e.g., Microsoft Remote Desktop)
• Install, configure, and support operating systems on computer-based equipment
• Perform incoming inspection of computer-based equipment, including Panel PCs and interactive boards
• Maintain, manage, and track project and simulation equipment throughout its lifecycle
• Troubleshoot network, system, and connectivity issues in integrated environments
• Support simulator projects by configuring systems, networks, and computing environments
• Maintain and support obsolete or legacy components to ensure continued system operability
• Archive technical documentation and images related to production equipment
• Perform physical setup tasks, including lifting and positioning equipment, while following safety procedures
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to support system integration, validation, and acceptance activities

Qualifications:

• Diploma or degree in Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in network support, system integration, or IT infrastructure within an engineering or production environment
• Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting networked systems
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking, switching, and basic routing concepts
• Experience configuring and supporting Windows operating systems
• Familiarity with remote access tools such as Microsoft Remote Desktop
• Ability to read and follow technical documentation and engineering drawings
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with moderate autonomy and collaboratively within a technical team
• Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written). The English language, in addition to French, is required to meet contractual requirements.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience supporting simulation systems or lab-based engineering environments
• Experience integrating computer hardware and performing system diagnostics
• Familiarity with managing and supporting legacy or obsolete systems
• Experience working in secure or controlled engineering environments
• Strong organizational skills with attention to documentation and asset tracking
• Ability to adapt to changing project priorities in a production-oriented environment

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be eligible for registration with theControlled Goods Program;
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance;

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

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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.