Senior Specialist, Software Engineering
About The Position
L3Harris Space and Mission Systems is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to develop embedded software for space-based imaging payloads. The role participates in the full software life cycle, including requirements, design, development, implementation, testing, verification, and support of algorithms, controls, and subsystems for complex space applications. It applies principles and techniques from computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. The engineer works in a dynamic team environment, contributing innovative solutions while demonstrating technical competence, personal leadership, and attention to detail. The missions support scientific research, national security, and commercial opportunities. The position follows a 9/80 schedule: employees work nine days in every 14-day period, totaling 80 hours, with every other Friday off. A sign-on bonus of up to $25,000 may be included in an offer package at this level.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of prior relevant experience; or a graduate degree and at least 2 years of prior related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, at least 8 years of prior related experience.
- At least 1 year of software development experience in C/C++.
Nice To Haves
- Background in developing and maintaining satellite payloads.
- Knowledge of the space domain and its applications.
- Fundamental knowledge of computer architecture and networks.
- Experience with SysML/UML, Python, Agile, and DevSecOps.
- Experience with Jira, Bitbucket, Git, Jenkins, and Confluence.
- Experience with real-time operating systems and multithreaded applications.
- Ability to analyze problems and quickly identify their root causes.
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain a security clearance.
- Strong technical skillset and ability to contribute to requirements analysis, design, coding and unit testing, integration and testing, and requirements sell-off.
- Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating systems.
Responsibilities
- Work within a small embedded software team to meet customer requirements within allocated cost, scope, and schedule commitments.
- Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews.
- Collaborate with other engineers to develop reliable solutions.
- Follow Agile software development and engineering processes.
- Provide software support for units under test through on-orbit assets.
- Communicate status, issues, milestones, and successes to leadership.
- Contribute to requirements analysis, design, coding and unit testing, integration and testing, and requirements sell-off.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus up to $25,000 may be included as part of an offer package at this level.
- Every other Friday off under the 9/80 schedule.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
