Specialist, Embedded Software Engineer (Optical Payload Integration) : Sign-on bonus ($15K max)

L3Harris•Wilmington, NC

7d•$97,000 - $180,000•Onsite

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. 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