Lead, Integration & Test Engineer

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies seeks a Lead, Integration & Test Engineer in Palm Bay, FL to own and lead system integration, testing, and operational adoption of complex communications systems. You will configure hardware and software platforms, diagnose issues, and translate updates into practical training for users.

You will work with cross‑functional teams and customers in a fast‑moving environment where technical judgment and clear communication matter.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required with 9+ years of relevant experience; graduate degree with 7+ years is acceptable.
• Active TS/SCI with Poly clearance is required.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and complex system integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead system integration, testing, and operational adoption of complex communications systems.
• Configure hardware and software platforms, diagnose issues, and train users.
• Coordinate with design teams, customers, and cross‑functional partners in a fast-paced environment.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and upgrades; ensure mission readiness.
• Travel occasionally to support training and integration at other locations.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree, 9+ years experience

Graduate Degree, 7+ years experience

Job description

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 Title: Lead, Integration & Test Engineer

Job Code: 45109

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description

Own and Lead system integration, testing, and operational adoption of complex communications systems. You will configure hardware and software platforms, diagnose and resolve technical issues, and turn system updates into practical, hands-on training for users. Success in this role means reliable, mission-ready systems and users who can operate them with confidence. You will work closely with design teams, customers, and cross-functional partners in a fast-moving environment where technical judgment and clear communication matter.

Essential Functions

• Lead multidisciplinary teams through the manufacturing, installation, commissioning, refurbishment, and operation of saturation and surface diving systems.
• Maintained operational readiness of saturation diving systems and associated life-support equipment.
• Build, configure, troubleshoot, and integrate new and existing hardware packages to roll out upgrades, deploy applications, and enhance system capabilities.
• Take full responsibility of the hardware configuration process, master the system inside and out, and train others to use it effectively.
• Support day-to-day training system operations and keep everything running smoothly.
• See training classes through from start to finish, making sure participants leave confident and capable.
• Travel occasionally to support training and system integration at different locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• Active TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Operation of saturation diving systems.
• US Military Training Certifications are a big plus.
• Experience leading teams through audits, shipyard projects, system upgrades, facility operations, and emergency-response readiness.
• Comfortable working directly with customers and their leadership teams.
• Proven ability to lead small, diverse teams in fast-paced environments while staying humble and collaborative.
• Strong communicator in both speaking and writing, with solid skills in MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience explaining complex technical topics to different audiences, whether that’s fellow engineers, program managers, or customer leadership.
• Train-the-trainer certifications are highly valued.

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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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