Scientist, Systems Engineering (Detection Algorithm Development)

L3Harris Technologies; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Scientist, Systems Engineering (Detection Algorithm Development) for Fort Wayne, IN. The role targets expert-level development of image/video processing algorithms for space-based EO/IR systems, with hands-on modeling, trade studies, and flight hardware integration.

You will collaborate with systems engineers to define CONOPs, ICDs, and implementation requirements, leading technical activities and supporting end-to-end system performance assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering; 12+ years of related experience or Graduate Degree with 10+ years of experience; or 16 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years experience in Python, C/C++, or VHDL.
• Experience implementing image/video processing algorithms in FPGAs, GPUs, or embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support development of image and video processing algorithm solutions for space-based EO/IR systems.
• Lead or support analysis of algorithms for system trade studies, requirement compliance and system characterization; perform modeling and simulation for Earth observing EO/IR systems in LEO, MEO, GEO.

Skills

Python

C/C++

VHDL

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree

Tools

OpenCV

CUDA

NumPy

SciPy

scikit-learn

PyTorch

CV2

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: Scientist, Systems Engineering (Detection Algorithm Development)

Job Code: 41811

Job Location: Fort Wayne, IN

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off)

Job Description:

The ideal candidate for this position has extensive knowledge of EO/IR image / video processing techniques that can be implemented in low size, weight, and power (SWaP) space systems. Candidate will provide direct contributions and act as a technical lead for algorithm development, analysis, integration into flight hardware, on-orbit troubleshooting, and future pursuits.

Algorithm performance plays a key role in all stages of program life cycle. Candidate needs to be comfortable working with end customers to understand requirements and capabilities define and run trade studies to meet customer requirements. Candidate will also work closely with other systems engineers to define CONOPs, ICDs, and implementation requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Lead/support development of image and video processing algorithm solutions for space based EO/IR systems
• Lead/support analysis of image and video processing algorithms in support of system level trade studies, requirement compliance and system characterization. Perform modeling & simulation activities to accurately model Earth observing EO/IR systems in LEO, MEO, and GEO.
• Support systems engineering trade studies, CONOP development, and modeling/simulation efforts
• Implement custom and OpenCV-based image/video processing algorithms in FPGAs, GPUs, or embedded systems
• Perform rapid complex trade studies assessing a variety of algorithms to achieve optimal performance. Comfortable using tools such as NumPy, SciPy, scikit-learn, PyTorch, CV2, CUDA.
• Familiar with Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) imagery and phenomenology
• Develop and improve instrument documentation, processes, and test procedures
• Support concept of operation development and requirements analysis, decomposition, and generation at various levels of the system
• Support requirements traceability and development of test plans to cover requirements
• Support integration and test of electro-optical/infrared systems and related hardware/software
• Provide support to engineering in developing technical specifications, interface control documents, test plans and procedures, and test conformance to specifications
• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
• 5+ years experience in Python, C/C++, or VHDL
• Professional experience implementing image/video processing algorithms in FPGAs, GPUs, or embedded systems

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Strong background in mathematics or physics
• Experience developing embedded software / firmware
• Ability to read/write C/C++ software
• Inter-personal and communication skills, ability to interact with a cross functional team
• Ability to collaborate across all levels of leadership
• Able to work with general direction or supervision in a demanding environment
• Experience with data analysis and/or modeling and simulation (e.g. with MATLAB/Python)
• Experience with estimating and managing costs
• Experience architecting, analyzing, developing, and integrating end to end systems in areas such as EO/IR, RF, or space payload and spacecraft bus subsystems
• Familiarity with program management, cost account management, integrated product teams

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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