Specialist, Network Systems Engineering

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Salt Lake City, seeks a Specialist, Systems Engineer to join the networking team. You will manage the lifecycle of protected SATCOM data link systems from concept through deployment, including requirements, design support, testing, and installation.

Based at our Salt Lake City facility, you’ll work in a collaborative environment, meet quarterly deadlines, and travel 4–5 times per year. Requires a BS with 4+ years’ experience; CCNA and Cisco IOS knowledge are preferred.

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform system engineering life cycle tasks including requirements management and testing.

Skills

Cisco IOS/IOS-XE knowledge

CCNA certification

Network design

SATCOM data links

IP security features

MS Office proficiency

Windows/Linux/VMware/containers

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree + experience

Tools

DOORS

Microsoft Visio

Cisco routers & switches

SATCOM ground infrastructure

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, Network Systems Engineering

Job Code:

44211

Job Location:

Salt Lake City, Utah

Job Schedule:

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

Job Description:

L3Harris’ Communication Systems segment is currently seeking a Specialist Systems Engineer to join our dynamic, collaborative networking team. This position will be based at our Salt Lake City facility.

Their role will require System Engineering life cycle tasks including requirements management, design support, reviews, test development, installation, testing, and on call support for 24/7 operational system.

The Specialist, Systems Engineer will be responsible for the life-cycle support of protected SATCOM data link systems from conceptual development through product phase-out. This includes proposal support, requirements analysis and management, task planning, technical documentation, design oversight participation, design synthesis in a multi-functional engineering environment, build and test support, subcontract control, risk management input, integration and verification test support, system deployment support and in-house technical support during the operational life-cycle of the system. Experience with configuring Cisco routers & switches is desired. Experience working with SATCOM ground infrastructure desired. Experience working with DOORS for requirement management, Microsoft Visio for drawing development and management, and experience developing and executing system wide testing is desired.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to obtain a Top Secret (SCI) security clearance.
• The System Engineer will be required to work well in a team and be capable of meeting quarterly release deadlines.
• The System engineer will be required to travel 4-5 times per year and have the ability to travel, both domestic and overseas.

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:

• Experience with network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE).
• Professional certification specific to the networking industry such as CCNA or equivalent.
• Experience with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection.
• Experience working with SATCOM data links, particularly the ground RF, MODEM, and data interface.
• Understanding network security features like IP access-lists, stateful protocol inspections, and Next-Gen firewalls.
• Ability to communicate well, including proficiency with MS Office tools, including PowerPoint and Visio.
• Familiar with Windows, Linux, VMWare, and container configuration and troubleshooting.
• Presentation and communication skills (verbal/written/visual).
• Problem solving skills and the ability to meet critical quarterly deadlines.

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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.