Lead, Software Engineering

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Plano, TX (and Rochester, NY) seeks a Lead, Software Engineering to design, develop, and test embedded control software for airborne imaging systems.

You will work with a cross-functional team to integrate hardware and software, conduct design reviews, and ensure program success while delivering robust EO/IR solutions. The role requires strong C++ and embedded development experience, proficiency with Linux/QNX, and the ability to lead complex software efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field with 9+ years of related experience.
• Experience with software development lifecycle including design reviews and architecture reviews.
• Experience with hardware/software integration and embedded development.
• DevSecOps and test automation using Python or similar languages.
• Experience with APIs/BSPs/Drivers, OpenGL, Linux/Windows/QNX.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement and test sensor control software.
• Coordinate with cross-functional engineers to develop and test products.
• Debug and unit test software; perform system modeling and analysis.
• Provide production support and timely status reports.

Skills

C++ development

Embedded systems

Python

Linux

QNX

OpenGL

APIs/BSPs/Drivers

DevSecOps

Software architecture

Avionics lifecycle

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Graduate degree in related field

Tools

MS Visual Studio

QNX

XMLSpy

XML Schema

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, Software Engineering

Job Code: 46017

Job Location: Rochester NY or Plano TX

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

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking embedded software engineers to work on a dynamic team to design, develop, integrate, and test embedded controls for Airborne Imaging systems. They will work in a cross-functional team to develop, test & produce EO/IR solutions.

Candidate will work closely with cross functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware and software, and operational performance requirements and design of the overall system.

Essential Functions:

• Design, develop, implement and test sensor control software
• Utilize published OMS, UCI, XML Schema, reference designs & other standards for product development
• Utilize MS Visual Studio, QNX, Linux, & XMLSpy development tools
• Perform debugging and unit testing of software products
• Perform system modeling, simulation and analysis on complex software
• Conduct independent technical investigations of considerable complexity to improve system performance or solve difficult system requirements issues
• Coordinate with other functional engineers to develop and test products; resolve compatibility and interface problems with other subsystems
• Interface with other departments to participate in specification, design, code, and test reviews
• Follow internal process to ensure proper conformance to established policies and procedures
• Provide timely production support and problem resolution
• Produce timely status reports and projections
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects within design specifications and budget restrictions
• Review literature and current practices relevant to the solution of assigned projects
• Evaluate vendor capabilities to provide required products or services

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field) and a minimum of 9 years of prior related experience. Graduate degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.
• Experience interacting with software development throughout the design cycle including major design reviews and architecture reviews.
• Experience with Hardware and Software integration and test; Experience with embedded development
• DevSecOps and Test automation experience using Python or similar languages
• Experience with APIs/BSPs/Drivers, OpenGL, health and status; Programming for Linux, Windows & QNX operating systems
• Experience with C++ systems development with understanding of Software/Hardware co-design, distributed systems design, and software/computer architecture.
• Experience with avionics lifecycle execution.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Control system modeling using Matlab/Simulink
• Experience with embedded security and encryption
• Video transport and encoding (GigE Vision, H.264/265, MISB and SMPTE standards)
• Video processing algorithms
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a technical information environment
• Working knowledge of Bash/Python, Intel x86/ARM/FPGA/SoC, GPP, GPU, Embedded System Design, Release Engineering, Understanding of Change and Configuration Management, Debug/Trace Analysis, Real-time Operating Systems like VxWorks/LynxOS/Integrity, SELinux, Software Integration, Test, and Verification/Validation
• Ability to work well across multiple engineering disciplines
• The ability to understand and work with Network storage as well as an understanding of Gigabit Ethernet or InfiniBand.

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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