Specialist, Systems Engineer

L3Harris Technologies; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Specialist, Systems Engineer for an on-site role in Rochester, NY. You will design, integrate, and maintain complex defense systems supporting national security objectives, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure requirements are met.

Responsibilities include performing systems engineering analyses, troubleshooting issues, and contributing to system administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field; advanced degree or equivalent experience is beneficial.
• Experience with complex, mission-critical or defense-related systems is preferred.
• Ability to interpret requirements, develop documentation, and communicate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and commitment to quality and security standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, integrate, and maintain complex systems for defense programs.
• Perform systems engineering analyses and support system architecture and design.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to meet technical requirements.
• Troubleshoot system issues and provide technical support during integration and test.
• Prepare technical documentation and participate in design and review meetings.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Systems Design

Troubleshooting

Technical Support

System Administration

Requirements interpretation

Documentation

Cross-functional communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Security clearances

CCNA knowledge (desirable)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field

Advanced degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ANW2C

Wren-TSM

Wraith

Job description

Company Description

L3Harris Technologies is a leading defense technology company known as the “Trusted Disruptor” in the industry, delivering innovative solutions for mission-critical needs. Team members develop and integrate end-to-end systems that connect space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains to support national security objectives. The company focuses on advanced, reliable technologies that help customers address complex operational challenges. L3Harris offers a collaborative environment where technical professionals contribute directly to impactful, real-world missions. More information about the company, its products, and its culture is available at L3Harris.com.

Role Description

The Specialist, Systems Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Rochester, NY. This role is responsible for designing, integrating, and maintaining complex systems that support defense and national security programs. Daily activities include performing systems engineering analyses, supporting system architecture and design, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that technical requirements are met. The Specialist will troubleshoot system issues, provide technical support during integration and test, and contribute to system administration tasks to ensure reliable operation. The role also involves preparing technical documentation, participating in design and review meetings, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve system performance and resiliency.

Qualifications

• Strong systems engineering capabilities, including Systems Engineering and Systems Design skills.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving issues, including Troubleshooting and Technical Support skills.
• Experience with operational system management, including System Administration skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field; advanced degree or equivalent experience is beneficial.
• Experience working with complex, mission-critical or defense-related systems is preferred.
• Ability to interpret requirements, develop documentation, and communicate clearly with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and commitment to quality and security standards.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain any required clearances in accordance with applicable regulations.

Additional Skillset

• Experience supporting tactical, RF, or mission-critical communication systems
• Technical proficiency with wideband networking technologies, including but not limited to ANW2C, Wren-TSM, and Wraith, with a capacity to adapt to new and evolving communication systems.
• Enjoy working with people, developing relationships and sharing knowledge.
• Experience contributing to technical documentation, training, or customer enablement
• Interest in emerging technologies and contributing to new product capabilities early in their lifecycle
• Prior Military or worked in a military environment, demonstrating a deep understanding of military protocols and the ability to navigate complex defense-related environments.
• Hands on experience with:
• Network tunneling protocols (e.g. GRE, IPsec, Zero Tear or equivalent)
• Fielded Applications (e.g., TAK, ICE, Instant Connect)
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, evolving technical environments
• CCNA Certification not required but highly desirable