Sr. Specialist Systems Engineer

L3Harris Technologies•San Diego, CA

8d•$106,500 - $197,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Systems Engineer is responsible for technical leadership, requirement management and test verification and performance of established and developing software defined radio (SDR) products. The role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware and software engineers, to ensure end product achieves all technical requirements and meets the needs of the end user. A strong background in design, development and verification of RF communication systems is essential. The Systems Engineer leverages L3Harris's expertise and capabilities, exploring ways to apply our advanced solutions to new challenges. This position may require travel up to 10% of the time, enabling engagement directly with stakeholders and support various project needs on-site.

Requirements

BS degree in a technical field (Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Material Science or equivalent) with a minimum of 6 years of related work experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance, which requires an extensive background investigation.

Nice To Haves

An active Top Secret or TS/SCI DoD clearance
Expertise in Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) tools like Cameo or SysML
Advanced degrees (Masters or PhD) in a related field may be substituted for some work experience.
Proven experience in RF and Communication System Design
Experience with SDR (Software Defined Radio) design and development
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers is strongly emphasized
Must demonstrate a willingness to learn and work in both a support capacity and as a lead on differing functions.
Computer proficiency with knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
Strong time management capable of balancing multiple tasks and projects
Experience with project planning and proposal activities
Experience preparing presentation materials, documentation, and presenting technical designs

Responsibilities

Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams through the entire systems engineering lifecycle, from concept development to system deployment and maintenance.
Oversee the integration of various system components and ensure they work together seamlessly. Plan and conduct system verification and validation activities to ensure the system meets all required performance and reliability standards.
Identify potential risks throughout the system's lifecycle and develop mitigation strategies to address these risks effectively.
Engage with customers and other stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure their requirements are incorporated into the system design. Communicate project status and technical information effectively.
Lead efforts to innovate and improve existing system designs. Resolve complex technical issues that arise during the design, development, or deployment phases.
Conduct performance analysis and modeling to predict and verify system behavior under various conditions.
Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, including hardware, software, and mechanical engineers, to ensure integrated system solutions.