Scientist, Systems Engineering

L3Harris Technologies Inc

Richardson, TX

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SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Agile Programming Methodologies, Algorithms, Analysis Skills, Business Development, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Career Counseling, Communication Skills, Contract Management, Customer Relations, Design Services, Design Verification, Develop and Maintain Customers, English Language, Experiment Design, Facebook, Hardware Development, Hardware-Software Integration, Identify Issues, Integration Testing, Interpersonal Skills, Knowledge Base, LabVIEW Programming Language, Laboratory Testing, Leadership, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, LinkedIn, MATLAB, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, Mergers and Acquisitions, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Needs Assessment, Performance Metrics, Performance Modeling, Performance Testing, Product Development, Product Testing, Project/Program Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Radio Frequency, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Spanish Language, Stress Engineering, Structural Engineering, Supply Chain Operations, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), Systems Engineering, Systems Hardware, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Presentation, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Design, Test Lab, Testing, Trade Studies, Twitter, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Use Cases, Validation Testing, Wheel/Front-End Loader, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills, YouTube
LOCATION
Richardson, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Scientist, Systems Engineering at L3Harris Technologies

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Scientist, Systems Engineering

Multiple Locations Plano, Texas; Richardson, Texas

Job ID 37575

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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: Scientist, Systems Engineering

Job Code: 37575

Job Location: Richardson, TX or Plano, TX Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

The Agile Development Group (ADG) specializes in developing disruptive, next-generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV), advanced radar systems, next-generation weapon systems, and other RF sensor technologies.

As a Scientist, Systems Engineering, you will be responsible for leading multiple product development efforts which include: hardware and software requirements definition, decomposition, allocation, management, verification, and validation of technical products and systems. You will also be responsible for leading component trade studies, system integration, and characterization of system performance. You will support technical and cost proposal efforts.

Essential Functions:

  • Architect radar systems hardware and software functional and physical design and requirements in synthesizing advanced technology design concepts
  • Subject matter expert in radar systems engineering
  • Experience with radar systems development
  • Execute analytical and experimental design trades of radar system architectures
  • Strong team player capable of collaborating engaging with various engineering (hardware, software, algorithm, programmable logic, systems) and support organizations (supply chain, operations, contracts, program management, etc.) to ensure best-value program execution
  • Viewed as an expert and/or resource in radar systems engineering within the field by peers in and outside the organization.
  • Leads various aspects of radar system design, development, system integration and test efforts as an integrated project team lead
  • Develops or champions new systems, concepts, or technologies.
  • Participates in proposal capture activities, both cost and technical, in concert with business development counterparts
  • Capable of leading design verification testing efforts including lab, chamber, ground, and flight test
  • Develops and runs simulations and other analysis tools to predict system performance in various environments
  • Leads and supports engineering troubleshooting activities and root cause investigations as required during program execution
  • Develops, tracks, and presents technical performance metrics
  • Develops, mentor, and motivate systems engineers and engineering program teams to achieve peak performance
  • Works with the program managers to perform dynamic risk assessments and develop execution and risk mitigation strategies for complex projects
  • Formulates and presents results during internal and external program meetings
  • Represents programs as the lead technical interface to customers
  • Ability to obtain and maintain any additional clearances as required
  • Strong communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation)
  • Experience using Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to lift to 20 lbs
  • Up to 10% travel may be required
  • Other duties as required

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
  • Active secret security clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Hands on experience in complex radar and weapon system integration, engineering testing, and system performance characterization
  • Experience with whole lifecycle radar system development from conceptual design through to production
  • System level design experience in which the applicant has been involved in the design and integration of complex hardware/software systems, the definition of multiple interfaces, and been involved in the trades of multiple solution options
  • Experience with and an understanding of aerospace systems, especially in the development of integrated hardware/software products
  • Experience designing, integrating, and testing typical payloads like sensors into autonomous weapons
  • Top secret security clearance
  • Experience with MATLAB, LabView, Python, or C/C++/C#
  • Experience in advanced radar sensor system development for autonomous weapons systems
  • Experience in proposal capture activities that include customer engagement, needs assessments, shaping acquisition needs/requirements in collaboration with customers, and capture of business against acquisition needs
  • Experience in development of use cases developed from customer objectives and concepts of operations
  • People skills, with experience leading and collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment

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