Senior Specialist, Systems Engineering

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Lynchburg, VA seeks a Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer to implement, support, and design standardized configurations for VMware, Windows, and Linux platforms within the LMR system.

You’ll work with networking and cybersecurity architectures and occasionally support internal LMR applications and hardware. The role requires collaboration with customers, vendors and Harris personnel to meet contractual commitments; strong troubleshooting, leadership, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years related experience; graduate degree with 4+ years.
• Alternative: 10+ years related experience in lieu of a degree.
• 2+ years’ experience with RF, system design, networking, configuration, and system programming.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 3 and Tier 4 technical support to internal teams and external customers.
• Identify field issues, isolate root causes, and initiate corrective actions for fielded systems.
• Collaborate with system engineers, program managers, and field engineers on infrastructure activities.
• Escalate issues and interface with vendor TACs to resolve issues.
• Apply cybersecurity policies to support the integrity of LMR system products.
• Perform cybersecurity operations to maintain security posture of solutions.
• Partner with product engineering teams to identify vulnerabilities in hardware/software.
• Support reliability, security, and performance of mission-critical systems.

Skills

RF experience

System design

Networking

System programming

Virtualization

Server administration

Windows OS

RHEL / Linux

Cyber technologies

Scripting

AI skills

Certifications

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

LMR field experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

10+ years experience substitute

Tools

Virtualization platforms

Windows Server

RHEL / Linux

Networking tools

Security tools

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, Systems Engineer

Job Code: 45793

Job Location: Lynchburg, VA

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 candidate will be a member of a team responsible for the implementation, support, definition and design, & support of standardized configurations for all VMware, Windows, and Linux platforms used within the LMR (Land Mobile Radio) system. Additionally, the candidate will have some experience with networking and cyber security architectures & technologies. Candidate will also occasionally work with and support internally developed Land Mobile Radio (LMR) applications and hardware. This role requires participation in discussions with customers, consultants, vendors, subcontractors and other Harris personnel as necessary to complete contractual commitments

Essential Functions:

• Provide Tier 3 and Tier 4 technical support to internal teams and external customers
• Identify field issues, isolate root causes, and initiate corrective actions for fielded systems
• Collaborate with system engineers, program managers, and field engineers on ongoing infrastructure activities
• Escalate issues and interface with vendor technical assistance centers to resolve vendor software problems
• Apply cybersecurity policies and best practices to support the integrity of LMR system products
• Perform standard cybersecurity operations to maintain the security posture of internal and third-party solutions for mission-critical communications customers
• Partner with product engineering teams to identify, assess, and address vulnerabilities in L3Harris hardware and software
• Support the reliability, security, and performance of mission-critical communications systems

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
• 2 + years’ experience working with RF, system design, networking, configuration, system programming

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience with virtualization platforms
• Experience with server administration
• Experience with Windows operating systems
• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux or other Linux operating systems
• Experience with networking & cyber technologies
• Tier III/IV troubleshooting skills are a plus
• Ability to take on tasks with little to no oversight
• Scripting knowledge & AI skills
• Professional certifications (e.g. MCSA, MCSE, VCA6/VCP6, LPIC, Security+, Network+)
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent project tasks and prioritize them appropriately
• Has clear & concise ability to communicate issues in a less technical sense to management and business
• Demonstrate leadership skills which include customer focus, change management, teamwork, diversity, and integrity
• Self-motivated team player, able to set priorities and manage to deadlines
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication and customer service skills
• Demonstrated ability to proactively resolve problems
• Proven mentoring capabilities
• Practical hands-on field experience in RF/LMR system design, staging, configuration and implementation of complex radio systems.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Virginia is $106,500 - $197,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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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