Senior Specialist Software Engineering (Embedded)

L3Harris Technologies; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

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Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Senior Specialist, Software Engineer (Embedded) in Plano, TX. You will lead and contribute to software development on embedded targets, translating requirements into robust, testable code and interfaces with test engineers to shape test automation.

You will apply modern C++ in RTOS environments, collaborate across hardware, firmware, and software teams, and help drive the full software lifecycle from design through verification, with security clearances as

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in computer/software engineering field
• Minimum of 6 years C++ development in a professional environment

Responsibilities

• Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical concepts to develop software for embedded hardware.
• Develop software for embedded RTOS in C++ and ensure real-time performance.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and software teams to meet requirements and design specs.
• Investigate root causes and implement fixes in a multidisciplinary team.
• Support all phases of the software development lifecycle, including testing and documentation.

Skills

Embedded software engineering

Modern C++

RTOS experience

Software design

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

Greenhills RTOS

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 Specialist, Software Engineering (Embedded)

Job Code: 42019

Job Location: Plano, TX

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

Job Description:

As a Senior Specialist, Software Engineer (Embedded), you will be responsible for supporting and leading the development and execution of software on the embedded targeted hardware. You will be responsible for designing the software per requirements documents and system level design documents. There will be a focus to interface with the test engineers to influence test automation.

The Agile Development Group (ADG) division specializes in developing disruptive, next-generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV), advanced radar systems, next-generation weapon systems, and other RF sensor technologies using small company agility and big company experience.

Essential Functions:

• Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software for the targeted embedded hardware
• Advanced skills in modern C++, implementing software for embedded Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
• Work closely with cross functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware, firmware and software, and operational performance requirements and design of the overall system
• Investigate root cause of complex issues, and implement solutions, working independently or with a multi-discipline team
• Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, hardware-software integration, and formal test
• Develop software test plans and procedures, and other relevant technical documentation
• Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, prototype, and evaluate results
• Participate in peer reviews, identify, track and repair defects
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of War Security Clearance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in computer/software engineering field
• Minimum of 6 years C++ development in a professional environment

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Familiarity with Greenhills RTOS
• Experience developing device drivers and Board Support Packages for real time embedded systems
• Experience with Modern C++ techniques
• Experience with Agile Scrum/Kanban development processes and procedures

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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