Senior Associate, Software/Integration Engineer

L3Harris Technologies; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Senior Associate Software Engineer to join a Linux-based development team focused on software integration, deployment, testing, and troubleshooting. The role requires hands-on experience with Python, JavaScript or Java, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines, plus collaboration across software and infrastructure groups.

An active TS/SCI clearance is required with CompTIA Security+ or DoD IAT Level II within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD IAT Level II certification within 90 days of hire.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years of related experience, or graduate degree with 0–2 years, or 6+ years without a degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure cloud applications in Linux environments.
• Collaborate across software and infrastructure teams.
• Build, test, deploy, and troubleshoot cloud-based solutions.
• Engage with customers and engineers to translate mission needs into software capabilities.
• Produce design and deployment documentation.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

Java

Docker

CI/CD

Cloud development

AWS

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0–2 years experience

Tools

AWS

CAP

Docker

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Job Title: Senior Associate, Software Engineer
Job Code: 45995
Job Location: Melbourne, FL
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 a skilled and cleared Senior Associate Software/Integration Engineer to join our team in support of software integration, deployment, testing, and troubleshooting efforts within a Linux-based environment. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience with Python, JavaScript or Java, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines, and demonstrates the ability to collaborate effectively across software and infrastructure teams. Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools is expected. You will work to develop secure cloud applications in mission‑critical environments where resilience, reliability and operational speed matter. You’ll partner directly with customers and engineers to translate mission needs into practical software capabilities that protect information and deliver an intelligence advantage. Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance and obtain CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent within 90 days of hire. This position may also require occasional travel to Patrick Space Force Base.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leverage experience in cloud development with a strong preference for expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS) to build robust cloud‑based applications.
• Demonstrate familiarity with the C2S Access Portal (CAP) and high‑side AWS environments, which is highly desired for this role.
• Ensure that the applications are scalable, secure, and cost‑effective by utilizing the best practices and services provided by AWS.
• Engage in daily interactions with customers to understand their requirements and provide suitable cloud‑based solutions.
• Produce detailed documentation to support the design, development, and deployment processes, ensuring clarity and reproducibility.
• Adapt to support various mission areas, demonstrating flexibility and a strong commitment to achieving mission success.
  

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.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD IAT Level II certification required within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Prior field experience.
• Cloud development experience with a strong preference for expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Familiarity with the C2S Access Portal (CAP) and high‑side AWS environments is highly desired.
• Experience in designing, developing, and deploying cloud‑based applications using AWS services.
• Experience with AI‑assisted development tools.
• Experience working in a dynamic team environment.
• Experience working with full stack web development.

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