Sr. Specialist, Software Engineering

L3Harris Technologies; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Huntsville, AL, seeks a Senior Specialist, Software Engineer to develop embedded software for defense propulsion systems. The role supports the full software life cycle, including requirements analysis and testing.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in relevant fields with experience in embedded real-time software development, C/C++, and communication protocols. The role may involve travel and requires obtaining a U.S. Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum of 6 years of experience or a graduate degree and a minimum of 4 years of experience.
• Proven ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to software development for defense systems, including analysis, design, implementation, and testing.
• Support process improvement and software metrics analysis.

Skills

Embedded real-time software development

C/C++

Communication protocols

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Teamwork

Real-Time Operating System (RTOS)

Hardware and software integration

UML and design tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Tools

NI Linux

Integrity

Red Hat Linux

QNX

Job description

Senior Specialist, Software Engineer – Huntsville, AL

Job Code: 38205

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours – with every other Friday off.

Job Description

L3Harris Missile Solutions segment seeks a Senior Specialist, Software Engineer to develop real‑time embedded control and application software for defense propulsion systems. The role supports the full software life cycle—requirements, design, implementation, testing—in a fast‑paced lab environment and may involve support for live hot‑fire engine tests.

Essential Functions

• 90% – Contribute to a software development team responsible for requirements analysis, design, implementation, unit testing, and integration of embedded real‑time control and/or application software. Develop documentation, support internal and customer reviews of software work products, and assist with preparation for program milestone reviews.
• 10% – Support software process improvement by analyzing software metrics, identifying process gaps, developing and evaluating improvement options, refining metric definitions and collection methods, and assessing industry tools and resources to advance the growth and maturity of the software organization.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Must satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information; dual citizenship may preclude meeting this requirement.
• Travel up to 10% may be required to support test activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience; or a graduate degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• 6+ years of experience in embedded real‑time software development
• 6+ years of experience developing software in C/C++
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Real‑Time Operating System (RTOS) experience (NI Linux, Integrity, Red Hat Linux, QNX)
• Experience with communication protocols (1553, TCP/IP, RS‑422, SPI)
• Experience with UML and design tools (Enterprise Architect, Rhapsody, Cameo)
• Hardware and software integration experience
• Working knowledge of laboratory test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies)
• Familiarity with software development IDEs and lifecycle management tools
• Understanding of CMMI Level 3 or higher software processes

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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