Senior Specialist, Systems Engineering - Security

Senior Specialist, Satcom Systems Engineer (Level 4)

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.

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.

As a SATCOM (Satellite Communications) Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, integrating, testing, and maintaining satellite communication systems and solutions. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop robust, secure, and scalable SATCOM networks for defense, aerospace, and commercial applications.

Develop link budgets, network diagrams, and system performance models.

Integrate and configure SATCOM hardware and software components.

Conduct system-level testing, troubleshooting, and optimization for coverage and reliability.

Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including design documents, procedures, and test plans.

Collaborate with project managers, software developers, hardware engineers, and customers to achieve project objectives.

Provide technical support and training to internal and external stakeholders.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field (Master's preferred).

Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant SATCOM experience or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related SATCOM experience.

Strong understanding of RF theory, digital communication, network protocols, and signal processing.

Experience with SATCOM systems integration, network management, and troubleshooting.

Familiarity with SATCOM equipment (modems, antennas, amplifiers, switches) and associated industry standards and familiarity with SATCOM waveform standards (e.g., Government Security Clearance.

Skilled in signals, systems, and telecommunications.

Experience investigating datasheets, ICDs, and electrical drawings.

Experience with Networking; 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.