Senior Associate, Systems Engineer

L3Harris Technologies; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies seeks a Senior Associate Systems Engineer to join the propulsion systems team in Huntsville, AL. You will specify requirements for rocket propulsion systems and support MBSE-based development under moderate supervision.

Ideal candidates bring a systems engineering background, MBSE experience, and the ability to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance. The role includes travel and participation in cross-functional integration activities within the Missile Solutions segment.

Qualifications

• Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior systems engineering experience; graduate degree or equivalent with 0–2 years experience, or 6+ years if no degree.
• 2 years of experience in systems engineering, preferably in aerospace/defense; liquid rocket propulsion desired.
• Experience with MBSE and related disciplines (requirements management, risk management, product development).

Responsibilities

• Develops system, subsystem, and component requirements for propulsion systems; derives, allocates, and documents requirements.
• Performs functional analysis and coordinates system trade studies; supports architecture definition.
• Coordinates project risk assessment and mitigation; may lead a small team.
• Communicates results in oral and written form; represents the organization in meetings.
• Travel: 10%.

Skills

Systems engineering

MBSE

Requirement management

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Graduate degree or equivalent

Tools

IBM DOORs

Cameo

Model-Based Systems Engineering methodologies

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: Sr Associate, Systems Engineer – Propulsion System Manufacturing Facility

Job Code: 43197

Job Location: Huntsville, AL

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

The Missile Solutions segment of L3Harris is a leader in the design, manufacture, and deployment of advanced propulsion and energetics systems, including those for rocket motors. Our customers include the U.S. Department of War, Missile Defense Agency, NASA, and other notable agencies and companies domestically and internationally. We are currently seeking a Senior Associate Systems Engineer to join our team, focused on specifying requirements for propulsion systems.

Candidates interested in applying for this position should have a background in systems engineering and an understanding of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). This role demands meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage projects under moderate supervision.

Essential Functions:

• Requirement Development (60%): Develops systems, subsystem, and component requirements for rocket propulsion systems’ product development. Responsible for derivation, allocation, and documentation of requirements in requirements databases and specifications. Coordinates requirements and related specification change management with IPT members. Defines and coordinates requirements verification plans with integrated product team members, plans and manages compliance assessment and certification. These activities will be performed utilizing model-based systems engineering tools.
• Functional Analysis (15%): Performs functional analysis and coordinates system trade studies. Coordinates selection of optimized concept baselines through benefit/cost trades in support of definition of system architecture and objectives.
• Risk Coordination (15%): Coordinates project risk and opportunity assessment and management and prepares and reports results on mitigation plans. May direct, coordinate and review the work of a small staff of engineers and/or technicians; estimates personnel needs and schedules and assigns work to meet completion date.
• Communication (10%): Communicates results in oral presentations and written communication. Represents the organization in meetings/teleconferences to resolve important questions and to plan and coordinate work.
• Travel: 10%.
• Ability to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior systems engineering experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior systems engineering experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior systems engineering experience.
• 2 years of relevant industry experience in systems engineering, preferably in the aerospace or defense sectors. Specifically, Systems Engineering (requirements management, risk management, product development cycle) disciplines and liquid rocket propulsion strongly desired.
  
  
  

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering is a plus.
• Advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred.Experience with tools such as IBM DOORs, Cameo and Model-Based Systems Engineering methodologies.
• Active US Secret Security Clearance is a plus.
  
  
  

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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