Senior Associate, Software Engineering

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Palm Bay, FL, is seeking a Senior Associate, Software Engineering to design, develop, test, and maintain Space Vehicle flight software in an embedded Linux environment.

The role emphasizes C++, OO design, and collaboration using modern DevOps tools. A Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of related experience are required; a Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0–2 years of experience is also acceptable, or 6+ years of related work in lieu of a degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of related software experience; graduate degree or equivalent with 0–2 years; in lieu of degree, 6+ years of related experience.
• 2+ years of software development experience using C/C++.
• Experience with object-oriented design and implementation.
• Experience with embedded Linux development.
• Experience with modern development tools including compilers, debuggers, and Git.
• Experience with network communications and software interface development.
• Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies; Python scripting; CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Use DevOps tools, repositories, development processes, and collaboration workflows in daily activities.
• Plan, estimate, and decompose assigned work.
• Develop software using C++ in an embedded Linux environment.
• Ensure software interfaces and network communications integrate with the system baseline.
• Communicate status, accomplishments, and impediments in daily stand-ups.
• Develop test plans and procedures for peer review.
• Execute test procedures in coordination with Software Quality or approved test processes.

Skills

C/C++

Object-oriented design

Embedded Linux development

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Python scripting

Network communications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree or equivalent

Tools

Git

CI/CD pipelines

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 Engineering

Job Code: 44398

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

The Software Engineer will support the design, development, integration, test, and maintenance of new and existing Space Vehicle (SV) flight software. This role offers opportunities for growth into technical leadership responsibilities.

Essential Functions:

• Use existing DevOps tools, repositories, development processes, and collaboration workflows in daily activities.

• Apply software engineering principles to plan, estimate, and decompose assigned work.

• Develop software using C++ and object-oriented design principles in an embedded Linux environment.

• Ensure implemented software integrates properly with the larger system baseline, including interfaces and network communications.

• Communicate status, accomplishments, and impediments clearly in daily stand-up meetings.

• Develop test plans and test procedures for peer review.

• Execute test procedures in coordination with Software Quality or other approved test oversight processes.

  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.

• 2+ years of software development experience using C/C++.

• Experience with object-oriented design and implementation.

• Experience with or familiarity with embedded Linux development.

• Experience with modern software development tools, including compilers, debuggers, and version control systems such as Git.

• Experience with network communications and software interface development.

  Preferred Additional Skills:

• Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies.

• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python for test, automation, and tooling.

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.

• Experience using Linux shell commands and debugging tools.

• Familiarity with requirements analysis, software verification, and validation.

• Experience using AI-assisted tools for code development, code analysis, and software testing.

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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.

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