Specialist, Systems Engineer I

L3Harris

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Salt Lake City, UT
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2 days ago
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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 · Specialist, Systems Engineer I

Specialist, Systems Engineer 1 will support system development, integration, verification, and overall program execution for advanced technology programs focused on communication systems for national defense capabilities. The role involves managing complex technical issues, coordinating cross-functional teams including design engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance to resolve system-level anomalies through root cause analysis. Key responsibilities include validating system requirements and test procedures, serving as a Cost Account Manager, and monitoring cost performance using Earned Value Management System metrics like BCWS, BCWP, ACWP, CPI, and SPI. The candidate must possess strong analytical skills, technical communication abilities, and experience with prime contractors and government customers. Required qualifications include a relevant engineering degree and an active Secret security clearance to manage resource allocation, scheduling, and the preparation of technical reports for complex systems integration projects.

What does a Systems Engineer earn?

Median $155000 from 237 postings across 36 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Coordinate engineering, integration, and test activities across various program phases.
  • Develop, review, and validate system requirements, test procedures, and verification methods.
  • Perform system-level troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
  • Serve as a Cost Account Manager for assigned engineering or integration work packages.
  • Monitor and report cost performance using Earned Value Management System metrics.
  • Interface with the Program Management Office to support planning, procurement, and execution needs.
  • Oversee the preparation of technical reports, status updates, and program documentation.
  • Manage resource allocation and scheduling across multiple concurrent activities.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 4 years of experience.
  • Master's degree and 2 years of experience in a related technical field.
  • Active Secret security clearance.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Broad understanding of complex systems design, integration, and verification (preferred).
  • Experience supporting system test, validation, or qualification activities in a technical environment (preferred).
  • Experience working with prime contractors and government customers (preferred).
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills for technical presentations (preferred).

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