Lead, Software Engineer (Minimum $10K Sign-On Bonus)

About the role

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense technology, delivering end‑to‑end solutions across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains to support national security. The company fosters an inclusive, engaging environment that empowers employees, promotes work‑life success, and emphasizes values, community dedication, and excellence. This position is located on‑site in Herndon, VA.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering team members in embedded software application development, specifically with Rust.
• Lead the adoption and deployment of Rust and associated techniques, idioms, design patterns, and tooling across multiple product lines.
• Apply computer‑science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts to develop software for target hardware.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering members to develop and evaluate hardware‑software interfaces, operational performance requirements, and overall system design.
• Lead software development throughout all phases of the SDLC, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, hardware‑software integration, and formal testing.
• Investigate root causes of complex issues and implement solutions independently or with a multi‑discipline team.
• Develop software test plans, procedures, and other relevant technical documentation.
• Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, prototype, and evaluate results.
• Participate in peer reviews, identify, track, and repair defects.
• Develop code for embedded real‑time operating systems (VxWorks, Linux, Integrity) using Rust, C/C++, and Python.
• Serve as a technical mentor and reviewer for junior engineers.
• Travel less than 10 % to other L3Harris locations for onboarding, integration, or Scrum activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field with a minimum of 9 years relevant experience; or a graduate degree with at least 7 years experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years relevant experience.
• At least 3 years of experience leading software development teams.
• At least 5 years of experience with C/C++ development and object‑oriented design.
• Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience developing Rust software.
• Experience developing embedded software systems.
• Object‑oriented design and implementation experience, with exposure to software modeling and UML tools such as IBM Rhapsody or MagicDraw/Cameo.
• Experience developing device drivers and Board Support Packages for real‑time embedded systems.
• Experience with Information Assurance and/or cryptography.
• Experience with NSA Type 1 certification or other software certifications such as DO‑178.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Schedule

9/80 regular schedule – employees work 9 out of every 14 days (totaling 80 hours) and have every other Friday off.

Compensation

• Minimum $10,000 sign‑on bonus for candidates with Rust experience.
• Salary range (for California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, Greater D.C., Denver, or NYC areas): $135,000 – $230,000 (final offer may vary based on experience and location).

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Education assistance.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off.
• Company‑paid holidays.