Specialist, Software Engineering 1 1

L3Harris; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Job summary

L3Harris is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join the System Software group. You will architect and deliver core software infrastructure that enables advanced communications technologies across subsystems, supporting national security missions.

The role emphasizes embedded RTOS development, cross-functional collaboration, and full software lifecycle involvement, with travel up to 5%. A DoD background and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0–2 years of related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of related experience.
• Experience with embedded real-time software development (VxWorks/Linux).
• Advanced proficiency with C++ and high-performance, multi-threaded programming.
• Experience with hands-on software development on embedded targets utilizing an RTOS.

Responsibilities

• Architect next-generation, mission-critical software infrastructure for system software.
• Develop requirements, design, implementation, integration and formal testing.
• Contribute to software test plans, procedures and other technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet performance and interface requirements.
• Work with Windows, Linux and embedded real-time operating systems.

Skills

C++

Multi-threaded programming

Embedded RTOS development

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree or equivalent

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 ID: Req ID 47517

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 Engineer 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

• 5% Travel Required

  Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 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 $86,000-160,000. 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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