Specialist Systems Engineer

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech, delivering end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

About the Role

We are seeking a Specialist Systems Engineer with an electrical focus to join our systems team on the Relay Next program, specifically for networking and system integration. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in networking, system integration, system test, interconnect cabling, and mechanical integration. The candidate will be involved in system integration and testing, with highly desired experience testing military networking and communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support networking and integration efforts for the Relay Next program.
• Design and integrate power systems, interconnect cabling, and mechanical systems within the Relay Next system.
• Collaborate with the manufacturing team to ensure proper implementation and compliance with engineering processes.
• Conduct and support system integration and testing activities.
• Communicate and present project updates to team members and stakeholders.
• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve program objectives.
• Must be willing to travel up to 10% of the time for project needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ideally electrical engineering or computer science) or a relevant field.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience or a Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• Must have a Secret clearance but a Top Secret clearance is ideal.

Skills

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with multiple aspects of networking: IP formats, addressing, fiber optics, and copper networks.
• Experience designing, building, testing, and optimizing complex communications systems (e.g., SATCOM and line-of-sight) for military applications.
• Experience working with lab test equipment (e.g., power supplies, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and power meters).
• Experience supporting customer engagements, technical reviews, and program milestone events.
• Experience with Type 1 encryption products and cybersecurity.

Schedule

9/80 work schedule.