Lead, Systems Engineering

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Yorba Linda (CA); On-site; USD 127,500 - 236,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

A leader in defense technology is seeking a Lead, Systems Engineer in Yorba Linda, CA. This senior role requires strong expertise in systems engineering, project management, and a background in technologies such as Underwater Acoustics and Telemetry. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and significant relevant experience while maintaining a focus on operational improvements and team leadership. Offering a competitive salary and extensive benefits package, this position is integral to national security efforts.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
• 5+ years of direct Engineering experience.
• Direct experience working with technologies like Underwater Acoustics, Telemetry, Communications, Data Recording systems, and/or Radar.

Responsibilities

• Support digital engineering and Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
• Generate requirements specifications and functional block diagrams.
• Interfacing with engineering disciplines for project coordination.
• Verify system interfaces and update engineering documentation.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Demonstrated initiative, drive, and interpersonal skills

Familiarity with DOORS requirements management software

Familiarity with Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Proficiency with MS Word

Proficiency with MS Excel

Proficiency with MS PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience

Graduate Degree with minimum 7 years of prior related experience

In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience

Job description

Job Title: Lead, Systems Engineering

Job Number: 34104

Job Location: Yorba Linda, CA

Job Schedule: 4/10

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.

The Lead, Systems Engineer is a senior professional with strong knowledge of job area and broad knowledge of project management. The ideal candidate for this position will be proficient in most aspects of the systems engineering process, will have direct experience designing and testing complex systems, and will be comfortable coordinating and leading teams of technical personnel. Communicates within and outside of own function or business area and has responsibility for communicating with parties external to the organization (e.g., customers, vendors, etc.) when necessary. Identifies and addresses changes within own job area. Works to achieve operational targets with direct impact on the departmental results. Work consists of making moderate to substantial improvement or enhancements to systems and processes to improve performance of job area. Problems are generally solved through creative solutions, drawing from prior experience and in‑depth analysis of issues.

The Range and Test Solutions business area is responsible for sustaining and upgrading flight test instrumentation including Underwater Acoustics, Telemetry, Communications, Data Recording systems, and/or Radar.

Essential Functions

• Support digital engineering and Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Generation of requirements specifications
• Generation of functional block diagrams, use‑case diagrams, etc.
• Integration and test planning, including generation of plans and procedures.
• Interfacing with the other engineering disciplines (e.g. mechanical, project, etc.) to ensure proper coordination of the systems aspects of the project.
• Generate and/or update drawings, parts lists, Engineering Orders, wiring lists, diagrams, and schematics.
• Generation of Engineering Change Orders
• Creation and presentation of design review materials
• Verification of system interfaces
• Must have the ability to travel.
• Work to influence others to accept individual or team’s views or practices and changes to concepts, practices, and approaches.

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.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance
• 5+ years of direct Engineering experience
• Direct experience working with at least one of the following technologies: Underwater Acoustics, Telemetry, Communications, Data Recording systems, and/or Radar.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, drive, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with DOORS requirements management software
• Familiarity with Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C., Denver, or NYC areas is Min $127,500.00 - $236,500.00 Max. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $110,500.00 Min - $205,500.00 Max. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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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