Sr. Specialist, Systems Engineering (System/Software)

L3Harris Technologies; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 106,500 - 197,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies seeks a Sr. Specialist, Systems Engineer to design and deliver critical power solutions for military customers. This role involves ensuring system requirements are met while collaborating with various engineering teams throughout the development life cycle.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has significant experience in systems engineering, software design, and technical documentation, as well as proficiency in programming languages such as C. The position is based in Camden, NJ and requires on-site attendance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years prior experience in related field.
• Experience with system engineering principles.
• Knowledge of lifecycle and standards in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical aspects of assigned projects.
• Develop proposals and project schedules.
• Create test plans for systems to ensure validation.

Skills

C programming

Systems Engineering

Technical writing

Requirements writing

Experience with embedded software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

DOORS

JIRA

Visual Studio IDE

Python IDE

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high‑performing talent who are passionate about their work. Our employees unite in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and pursuit of professional growth. We provide an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work‑life success, with an unwavering focus on values, community dedication, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the trusted disruptor in defense technology, delivering end‑to‑end solutions that connect space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains for national security.

Job Title: Sr. Specialist, Systems Engineer (Systems/Software)

Job Code: 40367

Job Location: Camden, NJ (on‑site)

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

About L3Harris Technologies – Maritime Power Systems: L3Harris Technologies Power Systems is an agile defense technology innovator, delivering end‑to‑end solutions for the U.S. Navy shipbuilding programs. With capabilities in ship control systems, manufacturing, and turn‑key ship overhauls that meet customers’ mission‑critical needs.

Job Description

This Systems Software Engineer will design, build, and deliver a wide range of safety‑critical, cyber‑secure power solutions to military customers, leading or participating in all stages of the systems/software development life cycle (SDLC).

System Engineering portion: Ensure the final system meets or exceeds customer system requirements. Work closely with electrical, mechanical, software, and test engineers to capture system requirements and develop traceable contract SDRL documentation, customer specifications, and operator’s manuals. Develop proposals, project schedules, and participate in customer reviews of design and test artifacts.

Software Engineering portion: Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and systems. Create formal software design and test documentation traceable to system requirements. Build high‑reliability, safety‑critical, cyber‑secure software with built‑in test features for mission‑critical power systems and switchgear, spanning from low‑level embedded DSP or ARM controllers (ASM/C/C++) to GUI design in C#, or other GUI‑based languages.

IRAD Development may include hardware and software prototypes for proof‑of‑concept efforts involving embedded software with built‑in test features for integration with hardware and support for final qualification testing.

Essential Functions

• Lead and represent the organization on technical aspects of assigned projects, including peer reviews and resolution of difficult technical issues.
• Coordinate system‑level requirements internally and among subcontractors and suppliers.
• Support evaluating, planning, and estimation of tasks.
• Generate design review materials and communicate design decisions.
• Adhere to budget and schedule commitments.
• Provide technical supervision and training/mentoring to lower‑level engineers.
• Develop subsystem architecture artifacts, including block diagrams, functional allocations, interfaces, and timing diagrams.
• Prepare system and subsystem level specifications.
• Generate test plans for systems and subsystems to ensure validation of requirements.
• Create documentation in accordance with internal and/or customer standards.
• Identify risks and develop migration plans.
• Conduct trade‑off analysis and strategy.
• Represent the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve Systems Engineering design, validation, and qualification processes.
• Work comfortably in a multi‑disciplined engineering group to achieve results.
• Handle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced, constantly changing environment.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.
• Travel up to 10% as required.
• Obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum 6 years prior experience or Master’s degree with at least 4 years’ experience in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• At least 4 years of experience with systems engineering background, and knowledge of lifecycle and standards.
• Experience with system engineering principles including requirements writing, modeling, and verification testing.
• Experience with C programming and familiarity with Assembly.
• Experience writing systems and software test procedures.
• Knowledge of systems utilizing embedded software. Up to date on current Systems Engineering trends, technology, and tools (including DOORS and JIRA).
• Proven track record of translating customer requirements into technical requirements and product solutions.
• Experience reading PCB designs.
• Working knowledge of standard system engineering processes such as MIL‑STD‑499, EIA‑632, IEEE 1220, or ISO 15288.
• Technical writing experience, including generating and presenting technical documents to internal and external customers.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Active Secret clearance.
• Experience overseeing the systems/software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Experience with high‑power electrical devices and interfaces.
• Experience with PCB development and test jigs and utilities for production.
• Experience with administration of projects using Atlassian JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket.
• Experience with embedded processors including ARM, Intel, TI TMS320 DSP micros.
• Experience with JTAG/ICE programming and build‑versus runtime software image verification methods (CRC, HASH).
• Experience with various code development tools:
• Visual Studio IDE
• Texas Instruments Code Composer Studio IDE
• Python IDE
• Keil uVision IDE
• Intel Quartus FPGA IDE
• Experience administering software and systems configuration management servers:
• Atlassian Jira, Fisheye and Crucible Server and client management
• SVN Server and client management
• PostgreSQL database
• IBM DOORS
• GIT and BitBucket
• Strong ability to communicate at different levels depending upon target audience, including technical presentations to current customers and defense of proposals for future business.

Compensation and Benefits

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $106,500 – $197,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer may vary based on experience and geographic location.

L3Harris offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. Specific programs and options may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants 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 medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Many positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants who accept a conditional offer may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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