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Specialist, Software Engineer

Patrick Air Force Base, Florida
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cloud Development Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will hold an active TS/SCI clearance and work onsite at Patrick Space Force Base. This critical role involves designing, developing, and deploying scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud-based applications using Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leverage substantive experience in cloud development with a strong preference for expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS) to build robust cloud-based applications.
  • Ensure that the applications are scalable, secure, and cost-effective by utilizing the best practices and services provided by AWS.
  • Demonstrate familiarity with the C2S Access Portal (CAP) and high-side AWS environments, which is highly desired for this role.
  • Engage in daily interactions with customers to understand their requirements and provide suitable cloud-based solutions.
  • Prepare comprehensive architectural designs that align with the strategic goals of the organization.
  • Develop roadmaps to guide the implementation and evolution of cloud solutions over time.
  • Produce detailed documentation to support the design, development, and deployment processes, ensuring clarity and reproducibility.
  • Deliver professional presentations to stakeholders, articulating complex technical concepts in an accessible manner.
  • Adapt to support various mission areas, demonstrating flexibility and a strong commitment to achieving mission success.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred Skillsets:

  • Security+ Certification or any DOD IAT Level II Certification.
  • Cloud development experience with a strong preference for expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS).
  • Familiarity with the C2S Access Portal (CAP) and high-side AWS environments is highly desired.
  • Proficiency in designing, developing, and deploying cloud-based applications using AWS services.
  • A collaborative team player with experience working in a dynamic team environment.

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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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