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About L3Harris
L3Harris Technologies is a US aerospace and defense technology company providing space and airborne systems, communications, electronic warfare, and missile propulsion solutions for government and commercial customers.
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Listed pay typically runs
$106,500–$197,500
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The Embedded Software Engineer joins the Integrated Systems & Encryption team to translate requirements into maintainable solutions. Working within a Scrum team, the engineer supports all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, hardware-software integration, and formal testing. Key responsibilities involve developing software for target hardware, establishing operating data through modeling tools, and investigating root causes of complex issues. The role requires proficiency in Java, C, C++, and Python across Windows, Linux (RHEL 7/8), and embedded real-time operating systems like VxWorks and Integrity. Candidates must utilize Platform as a Service and Infrastructure as a Service technologies such as VMWare or OpenShift. The work focuses on developing software for integrated communication systems and implementing Risk Management Framework security controls.
What does a Embedded Software Engineer earn?
Median $150424 from 100 postings across 20 companies.
Translate requirements into working and maintainable software solutions for the Integrated Systems & Encryption team.
Apply computer science and engineering principles to develop software for target hardware.
Support all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, and formal testing.
Develop software test plans, procedures, and relevant technical documentation.
Utilize modeling tools to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, and evaluate prototypes.
Write and debug software using Java, C/C++, and Python across Windows, Linux, and embedded real-time operating systems.
Investigate root causes of complex issues and implement solutions independently or with a multi-discipline team.
Develop software utilizing modern cloud application development tools, including Platform as a Service and Infrastructure as a Service technologies.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 4 years of experience; or a Master's degree with 2 years of experience.
At least 2 years of experience developing software in Java, C, and/or C++ and debugging application and cloud-based applications.
Experience with hardware/software integration and debugging embedded applications on simulated and target hardware.
Experience with Rational Team Concert (RTC) or Jira.
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance.
Experience with Agile Scrum Practices (preferred).
Active Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET clearance (preferred).
C
C++
Embedded Linux
Python
Bash
Git
Unit Testing
Data Structures
Algorithms
Multithreaded Programming
Networking
Ethernet
FPGA
Hardware-in-the-loop
Simulation
Software Configuration Management