Senior Specialist, Systems Engineering

L3Harris

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Salt Lake City, UT
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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 · Senior Specialist, Systems Engineering

The Senior Specialist, Systems Engineering will join the engineering team to lead the development of advanced communication subsystem hardware and software for multi-segment space, ground, and airborne applications. This role involves managing the full lifecycle from initial concept through implementation, testing, and delivery for high rate, assured, and optical communications. Key responsibilities include leading requirements analysis, design synthesis, and system verification while managing multi-disciplined engineering teams and subcontractors. The successful candidate will utilize skills in requirements management, risk management, and project planning to ensure technical performance and quality. Required tools and competencies include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, and DOORs. The position addresses the technical challenge of developing complex communication systems and ensuring traceability from customer specifications to system level derived requirements.

What you'll do

  • Develop advanced communication subsystem hardware and software for space, ground, and airborne applications.
  • Lead requirements analysis, decomposition, and traceability from customer specifications to system-level requirements.
  • Generate technical specifications, interface control documents, test plans, and verification cross-reference matrices.
  • Manage multi-disciplined engineering teams and subcontractors to deliver new technical capabilities.
  • Lead system integration, verification, and qualification events at customer locations.
  • Develop and present project design reviews for internal and external customer audiences.
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, risk management, and subcontract controls.
  • Participate in RFI and RFP processes for new business development and technical demonstrations.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of relevant experience.
  • Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of related experience.
  • Minimum of 10 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Must currently have, and/or be able to maintain, an active U.S. Government DOD Top Secret Clearance.
  • Experience in requirements management and documentation is a must.
  • Strong communication skills (both written and oral) and formal presentation skills are required.
  • Skilled in the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, DOORs, or similar tools (preferred).
  • U.S. citizens.

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