Lead, Systems Project Engineer

L3Harris Technologies Inc

Carlsbad, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$127,500–$236,500 Per Year
SKILLS
Calendar Management, Career Counseling, Category Management, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Cryptography, Datasheets, Debugging Skills, Document Management, Electrical Engineering, English Language, Facebook, Forecasting, Identify Issues, Integration Testing, Leadership, LinkedIn, Manufacturing, Power Engineering, Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Management, Product Programs, Program Planning, Project Engineering, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance Methodology, Risk Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Schematics, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Software Validation, Spanish Language, System Test, Systems Engineering, Teamcenter, Technical Writing, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Time Management, Twitter, Willing to Travel, YouTube
LOCATION
Carlsbad, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Lead, Systems Project Engineer at L3Harris Technologies

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Lead, Systems Project Engineer

Carlsbad, California

Job ID 37184

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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Lead, Systems Project Engineer

Job Code: 37184

Job Location: Carlsbad, CA; San Diego, CA

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!) 100% Onsite

Job Description:

This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects, collaborate with top-tier customers, and make a significant impact in the field. The Lead Project Engineer will closely partner with Product Line Management and Program Managers throughout all stages of product development, including initial concept design, development, integration, qualification testing, and production release. Additionally, they will serve as the main technical interface for customers.

Essential Functions:

  • Closely partners with Product Manager and Program Managers throughout all stages of product development and release to production.
  • Assist in developing detailed program plans including schedules, resource forecasts, and risk assessments.
  • Lead all technical aspects of a project to ensure quality and timely delivery.
  • Coordinate and review work done by various teams, including engineers, technicians, manufacturing, vendors, and subcontractors.
  • Proactively identify and remove roadblocks (internally across the organization and externally) to help the team progress in their development.
  • Address any technical gaps in the project team by providing the necessary expertise or facilitating discussions with subject matter experts.
  • Maintain effective communication between the development team and stakeholders.
  • Develop and review technical documentation, including interface control documents, operation/maintenance guides, test plans, schematics, and system diagrams.
  • Participate in technical feasibility decisions.
  • Assist with hands-on integration, test, and debug as necessary with project teams in a lab environment.
  • Ability to travel up to 10%.
  • Eligible to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and minimum 10 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
  • 3 Years of experience leading and interfacing with teams of multiple disciplines utilizing systems engineering tools and resources.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Experience in board and system-level troubleshooting, including root cause analysis and corrective action reporting.
  • Proficient in understanding schematics, evaluating CCA layout and routing, and interpreting component data sheets.
  • Knowledgeable in understanding and applying various test methodologies.
  • Experience using PLM tools such as Teamcenter (change orders, part releases, etc.)

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California is $127,500 - $236,500. 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.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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