Software Configuration Specialist

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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: Specialist, Software Engineer (C/C++)

Job Location: Herndon, VA (On-Site)

Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers mission and quest for professional growth. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

About L3Harris Technologies:
L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.
The successful candidate will be based at our Herndon-VA office (onsite). We develop advanced sonar systems and support software that enables system control, data acquisition, and analysis. Work includes software requirements development, software test and integration, and both application level and embedded C/C++ development, including Linux based GUI and system control work. The role also involves UI and embedded software development for equipment operating in diverse environments such as factory, depot, laboratory, and shipboard settings.
Design and implement software using C/C++ on Linux, and embedded real time operating systems.
Execute assigned projects and tasks involving software design, documentation, verification, and validation for sonar systems.
Modify and enhance existing software for operational systems or test facilities.
Provide independent validation and verification of design concepts and implementation approaches.
Develop, test, and document software code, and support integration
Perform software configuration management to ensure all code reflects the current version and revision level.
Implement review and oversight procedures to evaluate design activities for compliance with customer requirements, company standards, engineering best practices, and quality system procedures.
Ensure assigned tasks meet technical, schedule, and quality requirements. Identify and report issues, recommending corrective actions or alternatives when cost or schedule risks are identified.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
Bachelors degree in Computer / Electrical Engineering or equivalent and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
~4+ years of experience designing and implementing software in C/C++ languages.

Active Secret clearance.
Experience in embedded software.
Ability to interpret and clearly communicate engineering plans and specifications, with solid knowledge of engineering theory and design criteria.
Excellent general computer skills and ability to quickly learn new hardware and software applications.
Linux development experience.

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. 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. 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. 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.
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