Manager, Systems Engineering

L3Harris Technologies; Greenville (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Greenville, TX seeks an experienced Manager to lead a group of engineers focused on the next generation of SIGINT, COMINT, and ELINT sensor algorithms. You will build and mentor the team and partner with program managers to transition technologies onto platforms.

The role requires a strong background in sensor technologies and ISR, with a DoD Secret clearance (Top Secret with SCI preferred) and a track record of leading cross‑functional teams in IRAD/CRAD environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 9 years of leading projects and/or task teams in research and development of sensor technologies.
• Graduate degree with 7 years of leading projects and/or task teams in research and development of sensor technologies.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of leading projects and/or task teams in research and development of sensor technologies.
• Demonstrated experience with ISR products and capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with chief engineers, project engineers, and program managers to develop sensor capability roadmaps.
• Identify and pursue funding opportunities to execute cross‑platform research and development.
• Collaborate in a multi‑disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment.
• Establish and maintain technical direction, engineering standards, and design principles.
• Communicate within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes to practices, processes and approaches to improve program execution.
• Lead technical planning, design reviews, integration, and technical decision‑making, engaging in day‑to‑day program execution as warranted.

Skills

Leadership

Communications

Program management

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years in sensor R&D

Graduate degree in related field

13+ years of leadership in sensor tech

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

Manager, Systems Engineering R&D, Sensor Algorithms

Job Code

40752

Job Location

Greenville, 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

We are seeking an experienced Manager to lead and manage a select group of engineers focused on the next generation of SIGINT, COMINT, and ELINT sensor algorithms. The algorithms that team works on are a unique mix of internal research and development (IRAD), contracted R&D (CRAD), and customer‑funded development projects to further state‑of‑the‑art detection, classification, and exploitation capabilities. As their leader, you will build and mentor the team and establish relationships with program and functional leaders to develop and transition technologies onto various platforms.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with chief engineers, project engineers, and program managers to develop sensor capability roadmaps.
• Identify and pursue funding opportunities to execute cross‑platform research and development.
• Collaborate in a multi‑disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment.
• Establish and maintain technical direction, engineering standards, and design principles.
• Communicate within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes to practices, processes and approaches to improve program execution.
• Lead technical planning, design reviews, integration, and technical decision‑making, engaging in day‑to‑day program execution as warranted.
• Leadership and Communications skills.
• Forecast Systems Engineering Manpower needs based on Program and Potential demand forecast; responsible for creating workforce and staffing plans.
• Establish training requirements for continued professional development of the team to meet business goals.
• Must have an active Secret DoD Clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret with SCI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 9 years of leading projects and/or task teams in research and development of sensor technologies.
• Graduate degree with 7 years of leading projects and/or task teams in research and development of sensor technologies.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of leading projects and/or task teams in research and development of sensor technologies.
• Demonstrated experience with ISR products and capabilities.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Active Top Secret with SCI security clearance.
• Background in radio frequency (RF) and/or optical sensor development.

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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