Lead Systems Engineer

L3Harris

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Palm Bay, FL
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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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TL;DR · Lead Systems Engineer

Lead, Systems Engineer provides systems engineering support and leadership for space-based subsystems across multiple responsive space programs within the Surveillance Systems Division. This role involves leading technical teams through the entire system lifecycle, including critical phases like PDR, CDR, and system operation. The individual will manage requirements, perform Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), oversee interface management, and lead risk and opportunity management for complex RF components and modules. Day-to-day tasks include troubleshooting systems, reviewing technical content such as engineering specifications and test procedures, and executing design trades to support technical decisions. Required expertise includes space hardware testing, RF space payloads, and requirements management software like DOORS or Jama. The role utilizes MBSE tools including CAMEO and MagicDraw to solve complex problems involving the integration of physical, functional, and program interfaces for space-based and ground-based applications.

What you'll do

  • Provide technical leadership to engineering teams through unit testing, design verification, and production transition.
  • Manage requirements for components and systems using tools like DOORS or Jama.
  • Lead the development of space and ground system architectures across the entire lifecycle.
  • Perform Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using tools such as CAMEO or MagicDraw.
  • Coordinate with internal departments to drive defect resolution to root cause.
  • Develop and review technical content including test procedures, drawings, and engineering specifications.
  • Evaluate and mitigate program risks while executing design trades for technical decisions.
  • Participate in business pursuit efforts and manage fixed-price programs for government customers.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree and 9 years of experience, a graduate degree and 7 years of experience, or 13 years of experience without a degree.
  • TS/SCI clearance is required.
  • Experience with space hardware, testing, and RF space payloads and systems.
  • Experience leading complex technical teams and programs to deliver hardware for government customers in fixed-price programs.
  • Experience with requirements management software such as DOORS or Jama.
  • Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and tools like CAMEO or MagicDraw.
  • Experience leading space and ground systems architecture, implementation, and risk mitigation.
  • U.S. citizens.

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