Lead, Systems Engineer

L3Harris Technologies; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies seeks a Lead Systems Engineer in Melbourne, FL to guide programs across software, cloud, and hardware interfaces. The role applies rigorous SDLC and MBSE to design, document, and deliver complex defense solutions.

You will lead gate reviews, develop ICDs, and ensure traceability, security, and performance while working with software, network, and cloud teams in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; 9+ years of related experience, or 6 years with graduate degree, or 12 years otherwise.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead SDLC activities across software, network, and cloud systems.
• Author and conduct program gate reviews (SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR, TRR).
• Oversee system integration with SI&T to ensure cohesive operation across modules.
• Develop and maintain ICDs to define software and cloud interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure requirements traceability.
• Support installation, operation, and maintenance planning for cloud-hosted software.

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, Systems Engineer

Job Code: 44250

Job Location: Melbourne, 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:

L3Harris, Mission Networks, is seeking a Systems Engineer to join our team as a Lead Systems / Software Engineer supporting various FAA weather programs, cloud infrastructure programs, and proposals. This role will lead assigned programs, IRADs, and proposals by applying strong traditional Systems Engineering Development Life Cycle (SDLC) rigor throughout all phases of the project.

This opportunity includes working closely with Software, Network, and Cloud Infrastructure Engineers to design and architect solutions; capture, allocate, and document system requirements; develop design artifacts; and present technical content at milestone gate reviews in accordance with L3Harris Technologies processes. The selected candidate will support the development and integration of cloud-based architecture and infrastructure solutions, ensuring alignment with program objectives, technical requirements, and enterprise standards.

Essential Functions:

• Conducts technical planning and analysis activities throughout all phases of the software, network, and/or cloud system lifecycle, from concept through to delivery.
• Author and conduct Program Gate reviews such as SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR, and TRR
• Overseas system integration activities with SI&T leader to ensure cohesive operation across software modules and cloud infrastructure.
• Develops, maintains, and documents Interface Control Documents (ICDs) to clearly define and manage software and cloud subsystem interfaces
• In concert with SI&T Leader manage verification and validation processes to confirm that cloud-based and software‑centric systems meet all functional and performance requirements.
• Performs cost, risk, supportability, and effectiveness analyses with a focus on scalable and maintainable cloud architectures.
• Translates customer and stakeholder requirements into comprehensive system solutions, considering technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Executes functional decomposition, requirements allocation, and detailed trade studies to define hardware and software specifications for software and cloud systems.
• Develops and maintains interface definitions between software services, cloud resources, and any hardware elements.
• Collaborates with cross‑disciplinary teams during design, implementation, and testing to ensure requirements traceability and system integrity.
• Supports installation, operation, and maintenance planning for cloud‑hosted software products, ensuring long‑term supportability and security.
• Identifies opportunities for system improvement and advocates for best practices in software architecture and cloud platform utilization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 12 years of prior related experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience supporting weather or aviation programs.
• Experience with requirements management tools such as Jama or other requirements management tool that integrate with MBSE workflows,
• Experience in the use of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools such as CAMEO or other applications leveraging SYSML.
• Certifications such as, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or AWS Certified Practitioner.
• Familiarity with Openshift, KeyCloak, Terraform Enterprise, Red Hat Quay platforms for Cloud systems
• Experience working in an Agile SW development process.
• Hands‑on experience leading cross‑functional teams, mentoring engineers, and engaging stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; experience generating system documentation and security packages.

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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