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Specialist, Systems Engineer - Battlespace Operator

L3Harris Technologies · Springfield, VA · 1 wk ago
On-siteInformation Technology$93k–$172k/yrFull-time

About the role

L3Harris Technologies has an opening for a Battlespace Awareness Operator to support a critical national security program within the Space Systems Sector of the Space Superiority and Imaging Division under the Space and Airborne Systems Segment. The successful candidate will serve as a key member of a high‑performing team of Government and Contractor professionals tasked with monitoring, analyzing, and assessing space domain operations in support of the Space Warfighting Mission. This role plays a vital part in safeguarding the health and safety of multiple ground and space assets, as well as the infrastructure nodes that enable mission execution. The candidate will be responsible for delivering real‑time mission status updates, conducting anomaly investigations, and providing senior decision‑makers with actionable decision support and course of action (COA) recommendations.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a crew member supporting 24/7 operations, currently structured in 12‑hour rotating shifts (days/nights); crew schedules may be adjusted in coordination with team leads and program management to balance mission requirements and individual preferences.
  • Perform full‑time, on‑site operations at a government customer site in Springfield, VA.
  • Maintain situational awareness of space domain threats and monitor high‑interest events affecting mission assets or operations.
  • Operate analytical tools including Systems Tool Kit (STK), as well as other commercial and government‑developed software, to support mission analysis and response planning.
  • Directly contribute to the development and execution of Courses of Action (COAs) and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) in support of mission decisions.
  • Accurately log daily shift activities, significant events, and operational anomalies in accordance with program procedures.
  • Prepare and deliver mission briefings and analytical products to senior leadership and enterprise stakeholders to support situational awareness and operational decision‑making.
  • Assist in the integration and operationalization of new tools, capabilities, or system enhancements within the mission environment.
  • Execute Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), maintain battlespace awareness, and ensure operational continuity under dynamic and high‑tempo conditions.
  • Deliver real‑time mission status updates, conduct anomaly investigations, and provide senior decision‑makers with actionable decision support and COA recommendations.
  • Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of evolving mission requirements.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Graduate Degree or equivalent with 2 years prior related experience.
  • In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
  • Active Top Secret Clearance with CI Poly required.
  • 2 years’ experience in Space Operations.
  • 1+ years’ experience with astrodynamics tools such as STK, GMAT, and/or ODTK.
  • Familiarity with Orbital Mechanics and DoD/NRO spacecraft and missions (preferred).
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

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

Pay

$92,500 - $171,500

Schedule

5/8 Monday‑Friday (Rotating Shift 1‑3); 12‑hour rotating shifts (days/nights) with possible adjustments to balance mission requirements.

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