Senior Associate, Software Engineer

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Carlsbad, CA, is seeking a Senior Associate, Software Engineer to develop software for advanced tactical radio applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across Windows, Linux, and embedded RTOS, contributing to all phases of the software development life cycle.

Strong emphasis on testing, documentation, and system-level integration. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years’ related experience (or graduate degree), proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years related experience; graduate degree with 0–2 years; in lieu of degree, 6+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in software sustainment for a fielded system.
• Contribute to full software development lifecycle: design, documentation, implementation, automated testing.
• Collaborate to ensure system reliability, performance and program compliance.
• Maintain documentation and technical artifacts per project standards.
• Possible occasional travel to support program needs.
• Must be able to obtain an Active Secret, TS-SCI, or clearance.

Skills

Python/Java/C/C++

Unix/Linux scripting

Unit/integration testing

CI/CD pipelines

Docker deployments

FPGA experience

TypeScript

Hardware-software interface

Debugging & code reviews

Test automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering

Graduate degree or equivalent

Tools

CI/CD tooling

Unix/Linux toolchain

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: Senior Associate, Software Engineer

Job Code: 45797

Job Location: Carlsbad, CA

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

The selected candidate will develop software for advanced tactical radio applications using computer science, engineering, and mathematical principles. They will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to design and evaluate hardware/software interfaces, system requirements, and overall performance. Responsibilities include supporting all phases of the software development life cycle for embedded, real-time control software, developing test procedures and documentation, analyzing results using modeling and test tools, participating in peer reviews, and identifying and resolving defects. This role requires proficiency in multiple programming languages and experience developing across Windows, Linux, and embedded real-time operating systems.

Essential Functions:

• Participate in software sustainment activities for a fielded communication system, including addressing security findings and implementing system improvements.
• Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, including design, documentation, implementation, and automated testing.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure system reliability, performance, and compliance with program requirements.
• Maintain documentation and technical artifacts in accordance with project and customer standards.
• Optional occasional travel may be required to support program needs.
• Active Secret, TS-SCI or ability to obtain one.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Python, Java, C, or C++.
• Experience programming in Unix/Linux environments including shell scripting.
• Experience with unit and integration testing.
• Strong development skills to include design concepts, supporting code reviews, and clear debugging logic.
• Experience with CI/CD pipeline development
• Experience with Docker deployments
• Experience with FPGA systems
• Experience in developing software in TypeScript.
• Experience working on software that interfaces with hardware.
• Familiar with Test Automation

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 $86,000 - $160,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited toexperience 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 bargainingagreements.

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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