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Senior Specialist, Systems Engineering (Counter Communications Systems)

Colorado Springs, Colorado
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

L3Harris is seeking a senior professional with strong knowledge is system engineering to support the CMSS program in its Surveillance Systems division, with sustainment of the current block 10.2 weapons system, and future sustainment of Meadowlands. The systems engineer will be responsible for managing complex projects or processes with general oversight, leading technical design management and obsolescence systems design, development, and testing. The individual should be versed in the complete design life cycle.

Essential Functions:

  • Translate customer capability needs into system requirements and manage allocation and traceability across the lifecycle
  • Maintain and control technical baselines through consistent development and management of system documentation
  • Apply working knowledge of RF systems, components, and test capabilities to support system design and verification
  • Develop and maintain system architecture models using tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, or similar platforms
  • Create, update, and manage interface documentation, including ICDs and IDDs
  • Perform systems engineering tasks related to obsolescence, including trade studies, requirement comparisons, and lifecycle impact assessments
  • Generate and update Air Force Technical Orders and support integration activities with a high-level understanding of information system network architecture
  • Communicate effectively across functions and collaborate closely with Integrated Product Teams in an Agile environment

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or a Master’s Degree in revlevant field and 4 years of related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
  • 2+ years of experience working directly with requirements in either development or sustainment of a DOD system
  • 1+ years of experience with Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, etc.)
  • Must possess and be able to maintain an active Top Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Direct experience with Electronic Warfare weapon systems and their operation
  • Familiarity with the Systems Engineering Technical Review processes and ability to tailor
  • Experience modeling with Cameo Enterprise Architecture, MagicDraw (No Magic, Inc.) or other architecture modeling tools

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado state is $92,500-$171,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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