Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer - Flight Safety Test Coordinator

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer – Flight Safety Test Coordinator Job Code: 45885Job Location: Springfield, VirginiaJob Schedule: 5/8 Mon - FridayJob Description:L3Harris Technologies has an opening for a Flight Test Coordinator for an important National Security program.We are seeking a highly motivated and mission-focused individual to support orbital analysis and space test integration efforts within a dynamic operational environment. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and collaborative coordination to contribute to both real-time operations and long-term planning across the national security space enterprise.As part of a multidisciplinary team, the ideal candidate will support the planning, execution, and assessment of space-based mission activities, with a focus on orbital behavior analysis, tool validation, and test event support. A strong foundation in space systems, analytical tools, and mission operations is critical to success in this position.This role requires strong space domain awareness background, a deep understanding of Orbital Mechanics, Collision Avoidance (COLA), satellite operations, and the ability to operate in a dynamic, high-tempo environments. Essential Functions:• Conduct orbital analysis to support space situational awareness, anomaly resolution, and mission planning, leveraging both real-time and predictive modeling techniques.• Utilize and evaluate automated analysis tools; conduct thorough testing and vetting of tool outputs to ensure accuracy, reliability, and operational readiness.• Develop and maintain operational checklists to support repeatable, reliable mission execution and improve team readiness and consistency.• Apply scripting capabilities (e.g., Python, MATLAB) to streamline analysis workflows, automate tasks, and enhance mission planning processes.• Demonstrate a strong understanding of spacecraft and vehicle components, including the ability to assess potential vulnerabilities – particularly in systems with optical payloads (e.g., concerns may include stray light contamination, jitter, resolution limitations, or target obscuration from space environmental factors).• Support and lead efforts to plan and execute space-related test events at the enterprise level, working with a range of stakeholders and senior decision-makers.• Provide technical assessments and feedback on space mission design, operational testing, and post-test analysis activities. • Coordinate across multiple government to ensure integrated planning, effective execution, and shared situational awareness in space operations.• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, demonstrating flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and emerging technologies.Qualifications:• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience; Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.• Degree in Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Optics or related field. • Minimum of 6 years’ experience in orbital mechanics, including collision avoidance, and or satellite operations.• 3+ years’ experience with systems engineering processes, including vulnerability and/or orbit analysis.• 5+ years’ experience with government customers.• Relevant project management experience leading a team.• Relevant experience using flight safety tools.• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI Poly required.Preferred Additional Skills:• Strong networking and interpersonal skills to interface effectively with a diverse range of operators, planners, and senior-level stakeholders.In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Virginia - Greater Washington, D.C. Area is $106,500 - $197,500.00. 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. L3Harris also 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. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.#LI-ZB1