Lead, Systems Engineering
$110.5k - $205.5kL3Harris Technologies
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title: Lead, Systems Engineering
Job Code: 41758
Job Location: Rochester, NY
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
L3Harris is seeking Systems Integration & Test engineers in Rochester NY to work on a dynamic team to develop EO/IR solutions. They will have SI&T Engineering responsibilities consisting of the development, integration & test of electro-optic systems for airborne and ground surveillance. Candidate will work closely with cross functional members of in engineering, manufacturing, & program management to design, develop & build high performance systems.
Essential Functions:
- Develop system integration concepts & test plan approach
- Ensure system requirements are met and evaluate performance measures
- Perform system and subsystem integration, technical risk assessment, technical planning, verification and validation, and supportability analyses
- Design, develop, and release custom test equipment (HW and SW)
- Coordinate with Operations for production STE/ATE requirements, automation, and user interface
- Develop custom test equipment procedures and instructions
- Manage upgrades to STE for obsolescence / enhancements
- Maintain library of preferred test equipment / components and common architecture standards
- Design Qualification program: plans, procedures, and test equipment
- Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
Preferred Additional Skills:
- MBSE (Model Based Systems Engineering)
- DOORS, Jama, and Cameo experience
- Software development for test applications (C/C++, Python, LabView, etc.)
- System modeling using Matlab/Simulink
- Video transport and encoding (H.264, MISB and SMPTE standards)
- Understanding of defense products for the environments and platforms L3Harris supports
- Ability to effectively plan and organize projects and manage priorities
- Excellent organization and multi-tasking abilities with the ability to resolve conflicting priorities
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role New York state is $110,500 - $205,500. 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.
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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.
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