Senior Specialist, Software Engineering (SV Optical Communications Terminal Software Adaptor)
L3Harris Technologies
The Software Engineer will be responsible for design, development, and implementation of immediate updates and refactoring of an existing Flight Software (FSW) adaptor to accommodate multiple vendors/suppliers of Space Vehicle (SV) Optical Communications Terminals (OCTs). Essential Functions: Lead the design, development, implementation, and testing of updated FSW written in C++ in an embedded Linux environment. Understand the basics of OCT operations, scheduling of peer-to-peer communication contacts, link establishment, and pointing vectors relative to SV orbital motion. Develop and maintain an embedded Linux-based code baseline, DevOps pipeline, configuration management, and documentation. Update and refactor existing integration and test procedures to cover new vendors/suppliers, and complete integration with the larger SV software baseline. Execute Formal Qualification Testing (FQT) according to refactored FSW requirements levied on the OCT software adaptor. Update Python scripts for simulation and test used for integration and FQT. Interact with FSW leadership in daily standups, understanding cooperatively created development and testing schedules, and working with other program FSW engineers to resolve discovered issues. Collaborate with OCT vendors/suppliers and L3Harris Systems Engineers to ensure seamless integration with hardware components. Develop and maintain software documentation, including design specifications, user manuals, and testing procedures. Debug and troubleshoot software issues, providing timely resolutions to ensure product quality and reliability. Optimize software performance and memory usage to meet product requirements. Participate in code reviews to maintain high-quality code standards and best practices. Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve our software development processes. 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. 4 years of experience in embedded software development using C/C++ with Object Oriented Design and Implementation. Experience with embedded Linux, including modern software development APIs, network communications, and possible use of containerization. Experience with software development tools such as compilers, debuggers, and version control systems (e.g., Git). Experience in leading and mentoring engineering teams. Preferred Additional Skills: Knowledge of Agile development methodologies. Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for testing and automation. Experience with continuous integration deployment (CI/CD) pipeline LI-KB1 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. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish . For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish .
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