Software Configuration Management Specialist 1

L3Harris Technologies; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a hands‑on Build and Release Engineer to support the Software Configuration Management team in Salt Lake City, Utah. You will automate build and release processes, document workflows, and contribute to secure, timely software deliveries for national security programs.

Required are strong scripting, Unix/Linux, Docker, and CI/CD expertise, plus experience with Jenkins, Git, and Atlassian tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 4 years of relevant experience, or graduate degree with at least 2 years.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of related experience.
• Experience with CI/CD workflows and software release processes.
• Experience with Unix/Linux scripting and automation.

Responsibilities

• Manage, document, and enhance software programs and release processes.
• Use automation tools like Jenkins to streamline builds and releases.
• Collaborate with engineering and QA teams to ensure timely releases.
• Ensure software releases are dependable and repeatable.

Skills

Bash

Python

Groovy

Unix/Linux

Docker

CMake

CI/CD

Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/Engineering

Advanced degree in CS or CE

8+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Jenkins

Artifactory

Git

Teamcenter

Collaborator

Bitbucket

JIRA

Confluence

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: Specialist, Software Configuration Management
Job Code: 40906
Job Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Job Schedule: 9/80 (employee’s work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off)

Job Description

• L3Harris Spectrum Superiority is currently seeking a dynamic, hands‑on Build and Release Engineer for our Software Configuration Management Team.
• This position specializes in managing, documenting, and enhancing our organization’s software programs and ensures timely software releases.
• The main responsibility of the release engineer is to use automation tools, like Jenkins, to increase efficiencies of building and releasing critical software.
• Your work will contribute directly to the security of our nation.

Essential Functions

• Advanced Scripting and Pipeline Automation – scripting languages such as bash, python, groovy, etc., to automate manual tasks, and experience with Unix, Cmake, Docker (or other similar containerization tools)
• Troubleshooting – Ability to diagnose complex CI/CD, build, and deployment issues to ensure reliable and repeatable releases. Identify root causes of build and release failures and implement durable fixes in fast‑paced environments.
• Analytical Thinking – Ability to analyze, critique, and follow software build instructions
• Collaboration – Working closely with the engineering leadership, software developers, program and Systems Engineers, the Systems & Software Quality Assurance team, and others involved in the software release process
• Communication Skills – Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, as release engineers communicate with various personnel and write software release reference materials
• Time Management – Release engineers are relied upon to process software products in a timely manner, supporting programs to meet critical deadlines
• Change Management – Ability to adapt to changes or unexpected barriers in the software build and release process, including rescheduled deadlines
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills / Qualifications

• Strong team player
• Ability to communicate confidently and concisely with both engineers and non‑engineers
• Proven ability to translate vision/strategy into clear priorities and direction
• Highly collaborative with a proven ability to quickly establish trust and credibility among peers and customers
• Experience navigating matrix organizations to identify key stakeholders and create efficiencies in related efforts
• Demonstrated history of embracing change and continually pushing for organizational improvement
• Well‑developed sense of workplace empathy and a high level of emotional intelligence
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Active U.S. security clearance
• Advanced degree in CS or CE
• A strong knowledge of modern software development tools, technology, processes, and techniques, including Agile, DevSecOps, and containerization
• Experience with Jenkins, Artifactory, Git, Teamcenter, Collaborator, and the Atlassian Tool Suite (Bitbucket, JIRA, Confluence)
• Experience managing development and products that include open source software
• Experience developing software for Department of Defense and intelligence community applications, including familiarity with AS9100D and AS9115A

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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