Lead System Engineering, Space Optical Systems
L3Harris
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This role pays more than 64% of similar roles. Most pay $146,218–$197,500 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $190k versus about $172k for comparable roles.
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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.
L3Harris currently has 815 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $106,500–$197,500 across 286 roles with salary data.
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Scientist, Business Chief Engineer – Space Superiority and Imaging Division (EO/IR Space Payloads) joins the Space and Mission Systems team to lead research and development for electro-optical payloads, subsystems, and software. This role involves managing the technical strategy and execution of customer-funded efforts for mid to large aperture national, civil, and commercial space systems. Key responsibilities include developing technology roadmaps, planning internal R&D, identifying external R&D opportunities, and overseeing technology insertion. The position requires expertise in segmented optical systems, composite optics, smart payloads, and on-board processing. The successful candidate will provide leadership on optical, electrical, and mechanical assemblies while interfacing with universities and industrial partners. Core competencies include multi-disciplinary technical breadth in space and optical systems, precision component manufacturing, testing, and functional management of large teams.
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