Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense technology company in Palm Bay, FL, is seeking a Sr. Specialist in Systems Engineering to generate requirements specifications and manage verification activities within a collaborative team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, with strong skills in Systems Engineering and communication. This role involves engaging with various stakeholders to deliver mission-critical systems that support national security efforts. The work schedule follows a unique 9/80 arrangement, ensuring work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience or 4 years with a graduate degree.
• In lieu of a degree, 10 years of relevant experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Generate and manage system requirements specifications using management tools.
• Conduct requirement traceability analysis to cover stakeholder needs.
• Document development of system capabilities aligned with requirements.
• Create verification matrices to support system verification activities.
• Lead technical teams to successfully meet project objectives.
• Define interfaces using Interface Control Documents for compatibility.
• Foster cross-functional teamwork to resolve technical challenges.
• Innovate and improve existing system designs.
• Perform trade studies to evaluate design options.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide updates.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Tools

DOORS

SysML

UML

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. Specialist, Systems Engineering

Job Code: 35957

Job Location: Palm Bay/Melbourne, FL

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

Job Description

L3Harris is seeking a highly skilled Level 4 Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is an opportunity to take on unique challenges, expand your skills and experience, and contribute to mission critical systems solutions that help protect the U.S.A. and our allies. You will join a great team of talented professionals who take a collaborative approach and enjoy working together.

Essential Functions

• Generate and manage system and subsystem-level requirements specifications using requirements management tools such as DOORS, ensuring accuracy and completeness throughout the lifecycle
• Conduct comprehensive requirement traceability analysis to ensure all stakeholder needs are fully addressed and covered by the system requirements.
• Document the development of system capabilities and ensure comprehensive architectural representation aligned with requirements
• Create and maintain verification matrices; actively support system verification and validation activities including test planning and execution
• Lead and manage technical teams in a collaborative environment to successfully meet project objectives
• Define and manage interfaces between system elements, using Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and other means to ensure compatibility and interoperability.
• Leverage interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills to foster cross-functional teamwork and resolve technical challenges effectively
• Lead efforts to innovate and improve existing system designs. Resolve complex technical issues that arise during the design, development, or deployment phases.
• Perform detailed trade studies and system analysis to evaluate design options, balance requirements, and make informed decisions.
• Engage with customers, suppliers, and other external stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and address concerns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline) 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.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience contributing to and/or leading design reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR).
• RF and SATCOM Experience
• Demonstrated experience in network engineering, including the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of complex network architectures
• Proven experience in systems engineering principles and practices
• Use modeling tools and methods (e.g., SysML, UML) to create clear and detailed system architecture diagrams.
• Risk Management Experience

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