Scientist, Systems Engineer
L3Harris, Rochester, NY, United States
Job Title
Job Title:
Scientist, Systems Engineering
Job Code
Job Code:
36618
Job Location
Job Location:
Rochester, New York
Job Schedule
Job Schedule:
9/80 (Every Other Friday Off!)
Job Description
L3Harris's space superiority and imaging systems engineering department is seeking a systems engineer to support recent programs. The department specializes in space‑based, small and large aperture visible and infrared telescopes with integrated electromechanical devices for motion and focus control. The successful candidate will serve as the program technical lead (Lead or Chief Systems Engineer, IPT Lead) by performing technical analysis, managing specifications, and generating design review and technical documents. Additional responsibilities include leading the test and design verification, requirements sell‑off, and end‑item data package (EIDP) generation efforts.
Essential Functions
Lead the development and execution of system architecture and system design plans.
Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to ensure integration and compatibility of all system components and provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the entire project lifecycle.
Negotiate technical and non‑technical scope with customers.
Work with active and passive remote sensing.
Provide direct leadership of technical teams.
Lead large space programs across the full system lifecycle.
Apply systems engineering in passive/active electro‑optical hardware.
Perform technical analysis, manage specifications, and generate design review, requirements, specifications, interface, and technical documents.
Support product test and design verification, requirements sell‑off, risk assessments and mitigations, and end‑item data package generation efforts.
Mentor and train junior engineers to build and strengthen the team’s technical expertise.
Engage in continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance engineering efficiency and effectiveness.
Utilize systems engineering tools and methodologies to support model‑based systems engineering (MBSE).
Contribute to proposal development and program planning activities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience; Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience; in lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
5+ years of systems engineering experience with space‑based payloads, vehicle systems, EO/IR systems with electromechanical pointing and focus control.
Candidate with an active Top Secret/SCI clearance is highly desirable.
Preferred Additional Skills
Holds an active Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance.
Technical subject‑matter expertise in optical, electro‑optical, electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, or equivalent engineering discipline.
Relevant experience with the design, manufacture, integration, test and sell‑off of space‑based EO/IR subsystems.
Experience with Cameo Systems/No Magic model‑based systems engineering (MBSE) and SysML.
Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities.
Ability to support program milestone reviews (SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR, FCA/PCA, PSR).
Ability to collaborate across all levels of leadership.
Work collaboratively with others and complete assignments with a team‑oriented approach.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills – taking complex concepts and sharing with others.
Ability to architect an end‑to‑end space system with a full understanding of the product lifecycle.
Experience with project management aspects of technology development programs.
Experience with estimating and managing costs and creating and managing schedules.
Salary and Benefits
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York is $133,000 - $247,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary; the final offer amount may vary based on experience and geographic location. L3Harris offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays.
Equal Opportunity Employer & E‑Verify
L3Harris Technologies is 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 note that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigations and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. L3Harris Technologies is an E‑Verify employer.
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Job Title:
Scientist, Systems Engineering
Job Code
Job Code:
36618
Job Location
Job Location:
Rochester, New York
Job Schedule
Job Schedule:
9/80 (Every Other Friday Off!)
Job Description
L3Harris's space superiority and imaging systems engineering department is seeking a systems engineer to support recent programs. The department specializes in space‑based, small and large aperture visible and infrared telescopes with integrated electromechanical devices for motion and focus control. The successful candidate will serve as the program technical lead (Lead or Chief Systems Engineer, IPT Lead) by performing technical analysis, managing specifications, and generating design review and technical documents. Additional responsibilities include leading the test and design verification, requirements sell‑off, and end‑item data package (EIDP) generation efforts.
Essential Functions
Lead the development and execution of system architecture and system design plans.
Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to ensure integration and compatibility of all system components and provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the entire project lifecycle.
Negotiate technical and non‑technical scope with customers.
Work with active and passive remote sensing.
Provide direct leadership of technical teams.
Lead large space programs across the full system lifecycle.
Apply systems engineering in passive/active electro‑optical hardware.
Perform technical analysis, manage specifications, and generate design review, requirements, specifications, interface, and technical documents.
Support product test and design verification, requirements sell‑off, risk assessments and mitigations, and end‑item data package generation efforts.
Mentor and train junior engineers to build and strengthen the team’s technical expertise.
Engage in continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance engineering efficiency and effectiveness.
Utilize systems engineering tools and methodologies to support model‑based systems engineering (MBSE).
Contribute to proposal development and program planning activities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience; Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience; in lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
5+ years of systems engineering experience with space‑based payloads, vehicle systems, EO/IR systems with electromechanical pointing and focus control.
Candidate with an active Top Secret/SCI clearance is highly desirable.
Preferred Additional Skills
Holds an active Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance.
Technical subject‑matter expertise in optical, electro‑optical, electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, or equivalent engineering discipline.
Relevant experience with the design, manufacture, integration, test and sell‑off of space‑based EO/IR subsystems.
Experience with Cameo Systems/No Magic model‑based systems engineering (MBSE) and SysML.
Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities.
Ability to support program milestone reviews (SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR, FCA/PCA, PSR).
Ability to collaborate across all levels of leadership.
Work collaboratively with others and complete assignments with a team‑oriented approach.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills – taking complex concepts and sharing with others.
Ability to architect an end‑to‑end space system with a full understanding of the product lifecycle.
Experience with project management aspects of technology development programs.
Experience with estimating and managing costs and creating and managing schedules.
Salary and Benefits
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York is $133,000 - $247,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary; the final offer amount may vary based on experience and geographic location. L3Harris offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays.
Equal Opportunity Employer & E‑Verify
L3Harris Technologies is 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 note that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigations and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. L3Harris Technologies is an E‑Verify employer.
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