Sr. Associate, Software Engineering

L3Harris Technologies

Herndon (VA)

On-site

USD 97,000 - 208,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Herndon, VA is seeking a Sr. Associate, Software Engineer (C/C++) onsite to design, develop and validate software for sonar systems and control software.

The role involves Linux-based GUI and embedded development, software requirements, testing, and integration in diverse environments including factory and shipboard settings. Required are 2+ years in C/C++ design, a relevant engineering degree, and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer / Electrical Engineering or equivalent, plus 2+ years of related experience.
  • 2+ years of professional experience designing and implementing software in C/C++.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement software using C/C++ on Linux and embedded RTOS.
  • Develop, test, and document software code and support integration.
  • Perform software configuration management to ensure current version control.

Skills

C/C++ programming
Linux development
Embedded software development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer / Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

QT IDE
UI Framework Experience

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: Sr. Associate, Software Engineer (C/C++)

Job Code: 39278

Job Location: Herndon, VA (On-Site)

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

About L3Harris Technologies: L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Description: The successful candidate will be based at our Herndon-VA office (onsite). We develop advanced sonar systems and support software that enables system control, data acquisition, and analysis. Work includes software requirements development, software test and integration, and both application level and embedded C/C++ development, including Linux based GUI and system control work. The role also involves UI and embedded software development for equipment operating in diverse environments such as factory, depot, laboratory, and shipboard settings.

Essential Functions
  • Design and implement software using C/C++ on Linux, and embedded real time operating systems.
  • Execute assigned projects and tasks involving software design, documentation, verification, and validation for sonar systems.
  • Modify and enhance existing software for operational systems or test facilities.
  • Provide independent validation and verification of design concepts and implementation approaches.
  • Develop, test, and document software code, and support integration
  • Perform software configuration management to ensure all code reflects the current version and revision level.
  • Implement review and oversight procedures to evaluate design activities for compliance with customer requirements, company standards, engineering best practices, and quality system procedures.
  • Ensure assigned tasks meet technical, schedule, and quality requirements. Identify and report issues, recommending corrective actions or alternatives when cost or schedule risks are identified.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer / Electrical Engineering or equivalent and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience. Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 1 years of prior related experience.
  • 2+ years of experience designing and implementing software in C/C++ languages.
Preferred Additional Skills
  • Active Secret clearance.
  • QT IDE and UI Framework Experience.
  • Understanding of user interface (UI) elements, tools, and development techniques.
  • Experience in embedded software.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills.
  • Ability to interpret and clearly communicate engineering plans and specifications, with solid knowledge of engineering theory and design criteria.
  • Excellent general computer skills and ability to quickly learn new hardware and software applications.
  • Linux development experience.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $97,000 - $207,500. 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.

Benefits
  • health and disability insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • flexible spending accounts
  • EAP
  • education assistance
  • parental leave
  • paid time off
  • company-paid holidays

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.

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