Senior Project Engineer - Strategic Defense Programs

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Melbourne, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support the FAA Telecommunications Infrastructure Deployment Team in Melbourne, FL. You will lead technical execution across the full product lifecycle, from design through deployment and post-delivery support.

The role emphasizes driving schedule and cost targets while aligning with technical requirements and customer expectations. Strong communication, collaboration, and risk management are essential to deliver program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of related experience; graduate degree with 4+ years. In lieu of a degree, 10 years of related experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost, schedule, and technical aspects of ongoing engineering projects within program guidelines.
• Provide full lifecycle Project Engineering support for deployment and integration efforts.
• Lead a project team to meet customer requirements within allocated cost and schedule commitments.
• Identify and manage risks; communicate status and issues to stakeholders.
• Coordinate between resource managers to ensure reviews and approvals are completed.

Skills

Earned Value Management

Integrated Master Schedules

Multi-discipline program mgmt

Risk & Opportunity Mgmt

Public Trust Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Graduate Degree (preferred)

10 years of related experience in lieu of degree

Tools

IMS (Integrated Master Schedule)

Job description

L3Harris Technologies is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support the FAA Telecommunications Infrastructure Deployment Team in Melbourne, FL. You will lead technical execution across the full product lifecycle, from design through deployment and post-delivery support.

The role emphasizes driving schedule and cost targets while aligning with technical requirements and customer expectations. Strong communication, collaboration, and risk management are essential to deliver program