Senior Associate, Software Engineer

The engineer will support software sustainment for a fielded satellite communications system. Responsibilities include regularly addressing security findings, identifying and implementing system improvements, and providing user support when needed. The software work involves design, documentation, implementation, and automated testing. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a system with meaningful real‐world impact. Essential Functions: Participate in software sustainment activities for a fielded satellite communications system, including addressing security findings and implementing system improvements. Support system users by responding to issues and providing assistance as needed. Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, including design, documentation, implementation, and automated testing. Collaborate with team members to ensure system reliability, performance, and compliance with program requirements. Maintain documentation and technical artifacts in accordance with project and customer standards. Optional occasional travel may be required to support program needs. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience. Active Top Secret, TS-SCI or ability to obtain one. Experience with Python, Java, C, or C++. Experience with programming in Unix/Linux environments including shell scripting. Experience with unit and integration testing. Strong development skills to include design concepts, supporting code reviews, and clear debugging logic. Preferred Additional Skills: Experience with Meadowlands system development Experience with CI/CD pipeline development Experience with Docker deployments Experience with FPGA systems Experience in developing software in TypeScript. Experience working on software that interfaces with hardware. Familiar with Test Automation In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $86,000 - $160,000. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $74,500 - $138,500. 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. 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 .