Senior Specialist, Systems Engineering

L3Harris Technologies; Yorba Linda (CA); On-site; USD 106,500 - 197,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Yorba Linda, CA, is seeking a Senior Specialist in Systems Engineering. This professional will manage complex projects and improve operational targets with a focus on system enhancements and digital engineering practices.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in engineering processes, with the ability to influence and communicate across various disciplines. A competitive salary is offered alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience or 10 years without a degree.
• 5+ years direct Engineering experience required.

Responsibilities

• Support digital engineering and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
• Conduct trade studies and generate specifications.
• Integrate with other engineering disciplines for project coordination.

Skills

Digital engineering

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Requirements specifications generation

Technical communication

Integration and test planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

DOORS requirements management software

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title

Senior Specialist, Systems Engineering

Job Number

39709

Job Location

Yorba Linda, CA

Job Schedule

4/10

The Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer is a senior professional with strong knowledge of job area and broad knowledge of project management. Work is performed with general oversight. May manage large projects or processes that are both inside and outside of immediate job area. Typically responsible for managing complex projects at this level, involving delegation of work and review of work products. Communicates within and outside of own function or business area and has responsibility for communicating with parties external to the organization (e.g., customers, vendors, etc.) when necessary. Identifies and addresses changes within own job area. Works to achieve operational targets with direct impact on the departmental results. Work consists of making moderate to substantial improvement or enhancements to systems and processes to improve performance of job area. Problems are generally solved through creative solutions, drawing from prior experience and in-depth analysis of issues.

The Range and Test Solutions business area is responsible for sustaining and upgrading flight test instrumentation including Underwater Acoustics, Telemetry, Communications, Data Recording systems, and/or Radar.

Essential Functions

• Support digital engineering and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Conducting trade studies
• Generation of requirements specifications
• Generation of functional block diagrams, use‑case diagrams, etc.
• Integration and test planning, including generation of plans and procedures.
• Interfacing with the other engineering disciplines (e.g. mechanical, project, etc.) to ensure proper coordination of the systems aspects of the project.
• Generate and/or update drawings, parts lists, Engineering Orders, wiring lists, diagrams, and schematics.
• Generation of Engineering Change Orders
• Creation and presentation of design review materials
• Verification of system interfaces
• Must have the ability to travel.
• Work to influence others to accept individual or team’s views or practices and changes to concepts, practices, and approaches.

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.
• 5+ years of direct Engineering experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Direct experience working with at least one of the following technologies: Underwater Acoustics, Telemetry, Communications, Data Recording systems, and/or Radar.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, drive, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with DOORS requirements management software
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is MIN $106,500.00 - $197,500.00 MAX. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $92,500.00 MIN - $171,500.00 MAX. 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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