Specialist, Software Engineering

Job Title Specialist, Software Engineering Job Code: 38382 Location: San Diego, CA Schedule: 9/80 – employees work 9 out of 14 days, totalling 80 hours, and have every other Friday off. Job Summary At L3Harris, our software engineers solve meaningful problems that directly impact missions across the globe. We foster a culture of innovation and value individuals from diverse backgrounds who challenge assumptions, introduce new ideas, and push the boundaries of what's possible. We’re expanding to meet growing demand in space and airborne technologies, and we’re looking for versatile software engineers who thrive on curiosity, enjoy tackling complex technical challenges, and can contribute across cloud, application-level, and embedded environments. Join a dynamic engineering team building next‑generation systems supporting space superiority, command and control, geospatial missions, and other advanced domains. In this role, you will work within an agile environment using mature engineering practices and modern tooling to design, develop, integrate, test, and sustain software for mission‑critical systems. Essential Functions Analyze system and software requirements, develop use cases, and translate them into architecture, design, and implementation tasks Design, implement, integrate, and test software components across cloud, application, and embedded environments Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects or system issues, including support for deployed operational systems Collaborate with customers and cross‑functional engineering teams to clarify requirements, support operations, and identify technical improvements Produce and maintain technical documentation, participate in design/code reviews, and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes Travel up to 10% Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience, or Graduate Degree and minimum 2 years of prior related experience, or in lieu of a degree, minimum 8 years of related experience Secret security clearance (or Active TS/SCI clearance required) Proficiency with C++ and Java, including modern language features and standard libraries Experience with low‑level development such as memory management, bit‑level data manipulation, and hardware‑adjacent software Strong understanding of multi‑threaded programming, concurrency models, and synchronization techniques Experience applying object‑oriented design principles, software patterns, and modular architecture Solid knowledge of the full software engineering lifecycle, including configuration management, CI/CD, and issue tracking Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively to a team environment Experience with unit‑testing frameworks, stress/performance testing, and integration or acceptance test activities Familiarity with Linux, Windows, and real‑time operating systems such as FreeRTOS Experience developing software for space, aerospace, or defense systems Preferred Additional Skills Proficient knowledge of job area; may have practical knowledge of project management Salary Range California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas: $97,000 – $180,000. Final offer may vary based on experience and geographic location. Benefits 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 by date of hire, schedule type, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. EEO Statement 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. L3Harris Technologies is an E‑Verify Employer. Please consult the relevant resources for E‑Verify and Right To Work. #J-18808-Ljbffr