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Specialist, Systems Engineering

Anaheim, California
Full Time On-site

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Job Description

L3Harris Maritime Power & Energy Solutions is a worldwide leader in the engineering, development, manufacture and integration of power conversion and distribution systems for defense, governmental and advanced industrial applications.  The company’s power conversion, power conditioning and power protection solutions can be found in a wide range of demanding military and commercial environments around the world.  Join our dynamic team!

This role is responsible for supporting the two main areas of Systems Engineering: System Architecture/Design and Integration and Test (I&T).  The role supports the technical success of the product, from an overall systems engineering perspective, working all aspects of the full systems life cycle development process (the big V).

Essential Functions:

  • Lead the development of technical documentation in support of engineering solutions that include, but are not limited to, architectural drawings, detailed design specifications, implementation instructions, test procedures, and test reports.
  • Lead small teams to complete tasks on-time and on-budget.
  • Communicate effectively with team members and both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Able to work under general supervision to set objectives.
  • Assist in engineering system development tasks including system requirements analysis, system architecture and design, preliminary design, critical design, system integration, formal verification, formal validation, and fielding support.
  • Lead in the performance of requirements analysis using DOORS, UML, Model-Based Systems Engineering (SysML), and other system engineering practices.
  • Contribute to the completion of milestones and subsequent gate reviews.
  • Assist in technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, and cost and risk analyses for total systems.
  • Maintain standards compliance.
  • Travel up to 10% for off-site testing.
  • Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical discipline (Computer Sciences, Mathematics, or Physics) and minimum 4 years of prior related experience,
    • or Graduate Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
  • Experience with all aspects of SEIT and product development best practices and their applications given program needs.
  • Experience in integrated product teams.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Strong verbal and written technical communication skills.
  • Familiarity with the military/defense contracting environment.
  • Proficiency in DOORS.
  • AGILE development experience.
  • Integration and Test experience utilizing oscilloscopes, multimeters, and data acquisition systems.
  • IGBT, MOSFET, or power conversion experience.
  • Experience with power supplies greater than 10,000 W.
  • Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio.)

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role 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.

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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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