Specialist, Software Engineering 1

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Specialist, Software Engineering in California to design and build mission-critical software for embedded systems.

You will work across VxWorks and Linux, contributing to core infrastructure and cross-functional integration for national security applications. Ideal candidates have strong C++ skills, multi-threaded programming, and familiarity with RTOS environments, plus a track record in defense programs or related domains.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Architect next-generation, mission-critical software infrastructure.
• Develop requirements, design, implement, and test software across Windows, Linux and embedded RTOS.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet performance targets.
• Contribute to test plans, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Participate in peer reviews and defect tracking.
• Engage in customer-facing support travel as needed.
• Utilize diverse programming languages and tools as required.

Skills

C++

High performance

Multi-threaded

RTOS

Embedded targets

DoD exposure

Signal processing basics

Networking fundamentals

Education

Bachelor’s Degree + 4 years

Graduate Degree + 2 years

8+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

VxWorks

Linux

Windows

RTOS

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 Engineering

Job Code: 46094

Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT/Carlsbad, CA

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 seeks skilled Software Engineers to join our System Software group, where you will architect next-generation, mission-critical solutions. Our team is responsible for developing the core software infrastructure that integrates advanced communications technologies across complex subsystems. Join us to tackle deep engineering challenges that directly enable national security and define the future operational capabilities of vital defense systems.

Essential Functions:

• Knowledge and experience of embedded real-time software development (VxWorks/Linux)
• Work closely with cross-functional team members to develop operational performance requirements, interface software and hardware components, and collaborate on system design
• Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, and formal testing
• Contribute to software test plans, procedures, and other relevant technical documentation
• Demonstrates depth of knowledge in programming languages, compilers, and application execution
• Participate in peer reviews, identify, track and repair defects
• Utilize a variety of software languages on Windows, Linux and embedded real time operating systems

• Occasional customer support travel (5%)

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:

• Advanced proficiency with C++
• Experience with high performance and multi-threaded programming
• Demonstrates depth of knowledge in programming languages, compilers, and application execution
• Demonstrated curiosity and ability to learn outside of core discipline
• Experience with hands-on software development and troubleshooting on embedded targets utilizing an RTOS (Real-Time Operating System).
• Working knowledge of signal processing, control systems theory, or networking fundamentals.
• Familiarity with key protocols such as IP, UDP, TCP, IPSec, DDS, or SNMP
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment
• Solid presentation and writing skills
• Previous professional experience working within the Department of Defense (DoD) or intelligence community.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California is $97,000-180,000.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.

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