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Specialist, Systems Engineering

Plano, Texas, Greenville, Texas, Rockwall, Texas
Full Time On-site

Will be involved in developing, maintaining, integrating, and managing ground ISR systems, networks, and system storage devices.  Will be a part of a talented team of engineers who collectively demonstrate excellent technical competence, reliability in delivering mission-critical infrastructure, and who continually ensure the highest levels of accessibility, optimization, and security.  This position combines an understanding of both software engineering and systems engineering.  Will work with various departments to manage and develop ISR ground systems within L3Harris.  Will work primarily with existing infrastructure and involves world-wide travel for regular updates at all field locations.  Requires the ability to speak technically to coworkers in development positions as well as at a higher level to both management and customer representatives.  Requires the candidate to balance various aspects of a project, most of them complex issues such as re-architecting software design for existing issues and designing for the future.

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to obtain/maintain DoW TS/SCI Clearance.
  • Ability to identify and find solutions for defects and mitigate risk.
  • Able to multi-task on numerous and varied system projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to test and troubleshoot multiple operating systems. Windows, Linux and familiarity with L3 Engineering tools such as ARDB, DOORS, LTS, EEST, SCMS and ESENTRY.
  • Basic understanding of how software works in conjunction with hardware interdependencies. 
  • Understanding of RC135 platform, CI, MSI, and flight line stages.
  • Communicate technical information to/with developers to explain the requirements when needed.
  • Ability to travel to meet with vendors for evaluation items with the customer requires top-tier interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to travel and serve as lead engineer providing subject matter expertise on major and minor baseline modifications spanning the globe (a minimum of 10% travel expected).
  • Will be required to obtain and maintain CompTIA Security+ certification.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant engineering experience.
  • Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related engineering experience.
  • In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of prior related engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and configuring multiple operating systems.
  • Demonstrated experience with Windows, Linux and familiarity with NETAPP required.
  • Demonstrated understanding of how software works in conjunction with hardware interdependencies. 
  • Demonstrated ability to manage requirements in either DOORS or JIRA through all phases of the project.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Clear understanding of software troubleshooting process.
  • Ability to solve problems using logical engineering thought process.
  • Enterprise LAN knowledge.
  • Current or previous CompTIA Security+ certification is highly desired.

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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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