Specialist, Embedded Software Engineer (Optical Payload Integration)
About The Position
L3Harris Space and Airborne Systems is seeking an Embedded Software Integration Engineer for our Wilmington, MA location to join a team of experts developing Embedded Flight Software for space-based imaging payloads. Responsibilities include designing, developing, and implementing algorithms, controls, and subsystems for aerospace applications. The role involves the complete software lifecycle from development to testing to operation during missions. This is a hands-on role where you’ll leverage Hardware in the Loop (HIL) and Software in the Loop (SIL) methodologies to ensure robust, high-fidelity testing of complex aerospace systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience; OR Graduate Degree with 2+ years of relevant experience; OR 8+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- Professional experience in embedded systems integration & test (software/hardware)
- 2+ years experience working with C/C++, Python, Linux, RTOS
- Professional hands-on experience with HIL/SIL
- Experience working in an Agile software development environment
Nice To Haves
- Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance preferred
- Space payload I&T and ground equipment development
- Space vehicle development/integration experience
- Familiarity with lasers, image processors, visible/IR cameras, servo motors, actuators, focus mechanisms
- Knowledge of the space domain and mission applications
- Experience in Command & Control Software, Sensor Processing Systems, and Optical Systems/telescopes.
- Experience in estimating large software programs for new business opportunities.
- Proficiency in release engineering, change and configuration management, and continuous integration.
- Experience in developing software for microcontrollers with interfaces (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, CAN).
- Working knowledge of image processors, visible cameras, IR detectors, servo motors, actuators and focus mechanisms.
- Familiarity with Cyber compliance tools (e.g., Fortify Workbench, SonarQube).
Responsibilities
- Work with high performing teams building embedded software & EGSE solutions
- Provide technical leadership through refining requirements, creating user stories, and driving collaborative designs in an Agile environment
- Develop and integrate software for aerospace subsystems using HIL/SIL environments
- Architect and implement automated infrastructure for space payloads
- Design and execute test plans, procedures, and reports ensuring full traceability
- Configure/document multi device hardware/software systems under test
- Work hands on with flight hardware, EGSE, and imaging technologies
- Utilize tools such as COSMOS, Ruby, LabVIEW, TestStand, MATLAB, Simulink, and DevOps platforms (Jira, Bitbucket, Jenkins, Confluence)
- Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
Benefits
- 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
