Sr Specialist, Systems Engineer (RF/Wireless/Satcom)

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies seeks a Sr Specialist in Systems Engineering for RF/Wireless/Satcom in Melbourne, FL. This role involves managing high-availability networks, supporting air traffic safety solutions, and troubleshooting network issues. The position requires a strong engineering background and offers an inclusive work culture with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 6+ years of experience, or 10 years RF experience without a degree.
• Experience in RF Systems, SATCOM, Microwave.
• Ability to obtain FAA Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects through the lifecycle including analysis, design, and testing.
• Troubleshoot RF-related issues and collaborate with teams.
• Utilize RF modeling tools for designing solutions.

Skills

RF Systems

LTE 4G and 5G technology

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Radio Frequency or related field

Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

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 Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. 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 Specialist, Systems Engineer (RF/Wireless/Satcom)

Job Code: 24957

Job Location:Melbourne, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Systems Engineer with a background in large-scale high availability networks who will support our FAA Telecommunications Infrastructure (FTI) Program and IRADS. The engineer will work with a cross-function team to analyze customer requirements, create an architecture and work closely with software deployment, test and operations teams.

As a SME in RF/Wireless Systems Engineering, you will be working to support the advanced systems and services that significantly increase the safety, security and capacity of global air traffic management systems to meet the growing demand of air transportation operations as well as DoD Network Systems.

Essential Functions:

• Manage projects through the project lifecycle, including requirements analysis, system design, test plans, proposals, and schedules.
• Troubleshoot issues and work collaboratively with other groups within FTI and FAA.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Design and Troubleshoot LTE 4G and 5G telecommunication networks.
• Perform coverage analysis to support remote deployments.
• Apply best practices for testing remote LTE locations for optimal signal levels and performance.
• Implement best practices when installing LTE antennas and selecting antenna types.
• Troubleshoot issues related to dropped connections, lost packets, and low throughput.
• Monitor ongoing performance at remote LTE locations.
• Utilize RF modeling tools effectively. Develop and deliver presentations to communicate design activity plans; conduct and participate in technical Interchange Meetings, design reviews, and working groups.
• Communication within and outside of the functional area on all technical concepts with engineers, customers/users, and team members.
• Customer interaction experience, presenting in design reviews SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR’s.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Radio Frequency, Wireless Systems Engineering, or related field, and minimum 6 years related experience; or a Master’s degree in Engineering, or related field, and minimum 4 years related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related RF/Wireless Systems engineering experience

• Minimum of 6 years direct experience RF Systems, SATCOM, Microwave
• Professional experience developing RF Cellular technologies LTE and/or 5G
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience design, development and testing, implementation, documentation, and evaluation.
• Eligibility to be granted a FAA Public Trust level clearance

PreferredAdditionalSkills:

• General knowledge of Software Defined (SD) Radio technology
• General knowledge of Software Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN) concepts
• General knowledge of LAN/WAN Networking
• Expert communication/interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in both a team environment and independently.
• INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) certification

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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