Sr Spec, Integration & Test Engineering

L3Harris•Wilmington, MA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

L3Harris Space Superiority is seeking an Integration & Test Engineer for its AgileEO Metrology, Integration & Test department in Wilmington, Massachusetts. AgileEO specializes in space-based, small-aperture visible and infrared telescopes with integrated electromechanical devices for motion and focus control. The role supports a newer program in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and works with program technical leads, including the Lead or Chief Systems Engineer and IPT Lead. The job description refers to the position as both a Lead and a Senior Specialist Integration & Test Engineer. The successful candidate will support technical analysis, specification management, design review and technical documentation, test and design verification, requirements sell-off, and end-item data package generation. The role also includes developing and integrating space-based electro-optical systems; leading engineering teams and coordinating program technical planning; managing subcontract cost, schedule, and performance; and overseeing Mission Payload Flight Assembly, Integration, and Test activities. The engineer will plan and execute tests, assess system performance against requirements, troubleshoot issues, manage requirements and traceability, coordinate multidisciplinary teams through system delivery, and prepare technical documentation and trade studies. The position requires communication with internal and external stakeholders, including subcontractors and U.S. Government customers, compliance with applicable standards and regulations, collaboration across engineering, production, and quality assurance, continuous improvement, and mentoring junior engineers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or another related scientific discipline and 6 years of relevant space-based EO/IR systems engineering experience; alternatively, a graduate degree and at least 4 years of prior related experience, or at least 10 years of prior related experience in lieu of a degree.
Proficiency in optical and electro-optical testing techniques and equipment, including experience with optical design, sensors, detectors, and imaging systems.
Strong understanding of system integration processes and best practices.
Familiarity with space environment considerations and testing protocols.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint, and relevant engineering and simulation tools such as MATLAB.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical information to diverse audiences.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a record of addressing complex engineering challenges.
Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Must be eligible to obtain a DoD security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Active Secret or Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM) and Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL).
Space systems engineering experience, including knowledge of space environments, satellite systems, and space mission design.
Familiarity with NASA-STD-1540 and/or NASA-STD-7002.
Experience leading technical teams, managing projects and competing priorities, and coordinating cross-functional engineering activities.
Proficiency in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and traditional systems engineering tools such as DOORs, CAMEO, CREO, JIRA, and SysML.

Responsibilities

Develop and integrate advanced electro-optical systems for space-based applications in accordance with specifications and mission requirements.
Lead a team of engineers and oversee technical execution of projects.
Coordinate with program leadership to develop a technical plan and path forward for program execution.
Manage major subcontract cost, schedule, and performance, and oversee Mission Payload Flight Assembly, Integration, and Test activities.
Design, plan, and execute test procedures for electro-optical components and systems; analyze test data against requirements; troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions.
Define, manage, and maintain system- and subsystem-level requirements, ensuring traceability and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams from conceptual design through system delivery and operation.
Generate and maintain technical documentation, including test plans, procedures, work instructions, test reports, and anomaly reports.
Develop and evaluate trade studies to support decision-making.
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including subcontractors and U.S. Government customers.
Ensure engineering activities adhere to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams on system integration and test.
Prepare presentations and communicate technical information to technical and non-technical audiences.
Participate in process improvement initiatives for test methodologies and system integration practices.
Provide training and mentorship to junior engineers.
Support technical analysis, specification management, design reviews, test and design verification, requirements sell-off, and end-item data package generation.