Systems Engineer, Space Systems

L3Harris

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$92,500–$171,500 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $162k
This role $132k
$80k most similar roles pay here $205k

This role pays less than 74% of similar roles. Most pay $131,152–$193,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $132k versus about $162k for comparable roles.

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 470 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,500–$197,500 across 185 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Systems Engineer, Space Systems

Systems Engineer, Space Systems serves as a technical leader responsible for the management, verification, and performance of established and developing space communication systems. Working within a multi-disciplinary team including hardware and software engineers, this individual manages the entire systems engineering lifecycle from initial concept through deployment and maintenance. Key responsibilities include performing risk management, conducting performance analysis and modeling, and ensuring integrated system solutions meet all technical requirements. The role requires expertise in RF communication systems, Software Defined Radio (SDR) design, and Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) tools such as Cameo or SysML. Candidates must possess a technical degree in fields like Physics or Electrical Engineering and demonstrate proficiency in project planning and documentation. This position addresses the critical challenge of developing reliable space communication infrastructure to meet specific end-user requirements.

What does a Systems Engineer earn in California?

Median $193000 from 61 postings across 15 companies.

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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 are met.
  • Identify potential risks throughout the system lifecycle and develop effective mitigation strategies.
  • Engage with customers and stakeholders to gather requirements and communicate project status effectively.
  • Lead efforts to innovate existing designs and resolve complex technical issues during development phases.
  • 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

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 4 years of experience, Master's with 2 years, or 8 years of experience without a degree.
  • Ability to obtain a DoD clearance.
  • Proven experience in RF and communication system design (preferred).
  • Experience with Software Defined Radio (SDR) design and development (preferred).
  • Expertise in Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) tools like Cameo or SysML (preferred).
  • Active Top Secret or TS/SCI DoD clearance (preferred).
  • Strong communication skills for interacting with internal and external customers (preferred).
  • Security clearance.

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