Systems Engineer, Space

L3Harris

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Diego, CA
Salary: $92,500–$171,500 / yr
Posted: 13 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

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This role pays less than 72% of similar roles. Most pay $131,200–$190,158 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $132k versus about $161k for comparable roles.

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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 877 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,500–$197,500 across 350 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Systems Engineer, Space

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The Specialist, Space Systems Engineer joins the space systems team to provide technical leadership for established and developing space communication systems. This role involves managing requirements, overseeing system integration, and conducting verification and validation activities to ensure performance and reliability standards are met. The engineer will lead multi-disciplinary teams through the entire systems engineering lifecycle, from concept development to deployment, while identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies. Key responsibilities include conducting performance analysis, modeling system behavior, and collaborating with hardware and software engineers. Required skills include experience in RF and communication system design, SDR design and development, and proficiency with MBSE tools like Cameo or SysML. The role focuses on solving complex technical issues within the space communication domain to meet specific end-user needs.

What does a Systems Engineer earn in California?

Median $191000 from 99 postings across 21 companies.

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Skills

RF Communication Systems Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) SysML Cameo Systems Engineering Requirement Management Verification and Validation Performance Analysis Microsoft Office Electrical Engineering Physics

What you'll do

Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams through the entire systems engineering lifecycle from concept to deployment.
Oversee the integration of system components and conduct verification activities to ensure performance standards.
Identify potential risks throughout the system lifecycle and develop effective mitigation strategies.
Engage with customers to gather requirements and communicate project status and technical information.
Lead efforts to innovate existing system designs and resolve complex technical issues during development.
Conduct performance analysis and modeling to predict and verify system behavior under various conditions.
Coordinate with hardware, software, and mechanical engineers to ensure integrated system solutions.

What we're looking for

Must have a BS in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Material Science, or an equivalent technical field.
Must have a minimum of 4 years of related work experience with a BS degree.
Must have a minimum of 2 years of related work experience with a Graduate Degree.
Must have a minimum of 8 years of related work experience in lieu of a degree.
Ability to obtain a DoD Clearance.
Proven experience in RF and Communication System Design (preferred).
Experience with SDR (Software Defined Radio) design and development (preferred).
Security clearance.