This role pays less than
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$170k
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Based on 240 similar postings.
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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.
L3Harris currently has
614 open roles
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Listed pay typically runs
$106,500–$197,500
across 244 roles with salary data.
The Senior Specialist, Software Engineering provides technical leadership for the software sustainment of a fielded satellite communications system. This role involves leading the design, documentation, implementation, and automated testing of complex software features while managing technically challenging activities such as security remediation, root-cause analysis, and system improvements. The engineer will collaborate with systems, test, and cybersecurity stakeholders to ensure operational readiness. Key technical requirements include proficiency in Python, Java, C, C++, or other object-oriented languages, along with experience in Unix/Linux environments and shell scripting. Preferred skills include working with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, TypeScript, and FPGA-based hardware integration. The role addresses the critical challenge of maintaining mission-critical satellite communications infrastructure, requiring an active TS/SCI clearance to manage software for high-stakes defense technology applications within a DevSecOps environment.