Specialist, Software Engineering (Embedded)

L3Harris Technologies Careers; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Richardson, TX seeks an Embedded Software Engineer to develop software for embedded hardware under RTOS. You will work with cross-functional teams to meet system requirements and support test automation.

The role emphasizes SDLC participation, debugging, and collaboration with hardware and firmware teams. A US Secret clearance is required, with an onsite 9/80 schedule in the defense domain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with required engineering experience
• Minimum 5 years in computer/software engineering
• Minimum 5 years C++ development in a professional environment
• Active US Secret Clearance required

Responsibilities

• Develop software for embedded hardware on RTOS
• Interface with test engineers to influence test automation
• Collaborate across hardware, firmware, and software interfaces
• Investigate root causes and implement solutions independently or with a team
• Support all phases of the software development life cycle and integration
• Develop software test plans and documentation
• Utilize modeling tools to establish operating data and evaluate results
• Participate in peer reviews and repair defects

Skills

C++ development

Embedded software

RTOS familiarity

Linux knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or related

AA Degree + 5 years experience

Graduate Degree + 2 years experience

8+ years engineering experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Greenhills RTOS

Board Support Packages

Device drivers

Linux

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 (Embedded)

Job Code: 42124

Job Location: Richardson, TX (Onsite)

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

Job Description:

As a Specialist, Software Engineer (Embedded), you will be responsible for supporting and help leading the development and execution of software on the embedded targeted hardware. You will be responsible for designing the software per requirements documents and system level design documents. There will be a focus to interface with the test engineers to influence test automation.

The Agile Development Group (ADG) division specializes in developing disruptive, next-generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV), advanced radar systems, next-generation weapon systems, and other RF sensor technologies using small company agility and big company experience.

Essential Functions:

• Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software for the targeted embedded hardware.
• Proficient in C++, implementing software for embedded Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
• Work closely with cross functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware, firmware and software, and operational performance requirements and design of the overall system.
• Investigate root cause of complex issues, and implement solutions, working independently or with a multi-discipline team.
• Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, hardware-software integration, and formal test.
• Develop software test plans and procedures, and other relevant technical documentation
• Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, prototype, and evaluate results.
• Participate in peer reviews, identify, track and repair defects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field with 4 years prior engineering experience OR 2 year post-secondary/AA Degree and 5 years prior engineering experience OR Graduate Degree with 2 years of prior related experience OR in lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior engineering related experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in computer/software engineering field
• Minimum of 5 years’ C++ development in a professional environment.
• Active US Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing and testing real-time embedded software preferred.
• Familiarly with Greenhills RTOS.
• Experience developing device drivers and Board Support Packages for real time embedded systems.
• Experience with Modern C++ techniques.
• Experience with Agile Scrum/Kanban development processes and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Linux.

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