Scientist, Ground Systems Architect

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 · Scientist, Ground Systems Architect

Scientist, Ground Systems Architect serves as a technical authority within the Space and Mission Systems Segment, providing leadership for responsive space programs. This role involves architecting complex ground system solutions that integrate with space-based assets to support mission operations, command and control, communications, and data processing. The architect leads cross-functional teams through the full system lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture development, integration, and verification. Key responsibilities include performing technical trade studies, managing interface definitions, and leading major program reviews like PDR and CDR. The position requires proficiency in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using CAMEO and MagicDraw, as well as requirements management tools like DOORS and Jama. The work focuses on solving technical challenges to ensure ground systems are robust, scalable, and secure for national security objectives.

What you'll do

  • Lead the architecture, design, and technical execution of space ground systems for mission operations and command and control.
  • Translate customer and mission needs into technical baselines, performance requirements, and system architecture solutions.
  • Manage end-to-end requirements decomposition and verification using tools like DOORS and Jama.
  • Apply Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies using CAMEO and MagicDraw to support system modeling and traceability.
  • Conduct technical trade studies and design analyses to select ground system concepts and technologies.
  • Lead cross-functional teams through the integration, testing, verification, and operational transition of complex ground systems.
  • Identify and mitigate technical, integration, cost, and schedule risks throughout the system development lifecycle.
  • Generate and maintain technical documentation including interface control documents, engineering specifications, and reports.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
  • Minimum of 16 years of prior related experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance.
  • Experience with space ground systems and space vehicle operation (preferred).
  • Experience with space ground design, integration, and test (preferred).
  • U.S. citizens.

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