Subject matter expert Systems Engineer with comprehensive knowledge of military GPS requirements development, traceability, analysis, integration, hardware test, verification, and validation, with ...
Subject matter expert Systems Engineer with comprehensive knowledge of military GPS requirements development, traceability, analysis, integration, hardware test, verification, and validation, with ...
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Project Manager, Manufacturing Engineering (Intelligence Systems)
Santa Ana, CA · On-site
$98K - $130K/yr
S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology ... Ensure that the right people (engineers, specialists), equipment, and facilities are available when ...
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Irvine, CA · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
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Irvine, CA · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
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Irvine, CA · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
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$25 - $35/hr
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Moreno Valley, CA · On-site
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Riverside, CA · On-site
$103K - $160K/yr
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Principal Project Engineer
Riverside, CA · On-site
$103K - $160K/yr
Ability to perform conceptual and preliminary engineering design studies (incorporating land use ... military service, or any other non-merit based factor. These protections extend to all management ...
Principal Project Engineer
Riverside, CA · On-site
$103K - $160K/yr
Ability to perform conceptual and preliminary engineering design studies (incorporating land use ... military service, or any other non-merit based factor. These protections extend to all management ...
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Principal Project Engineer
Riverside, CA · On-site
$103K - $160K/yr
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Yucaipa, CA · On-site
$69K - $101K/yr
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Yucaipa, CA · On-site
$69K - $101K/yr
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City Of Industry, CA · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
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City Of Industry, CA · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
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City Of Industry, CA · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
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City Of Industry, CA · On-site
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Santa Ana, CA · On-site
$140K - $156K/yr
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$140K - $156K/yr
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Job description
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 Engineering - GPS
Job Code: 38681
Job Location: Yorba Linda, CA
Job Schedule: 4/10: Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week preferred
Clearance: Active US Secret Security Clearance is required to be considered for this position.
Job Description:
Subject matter expert Systems Engineer with comprehensive knowledge of military GPS requirements development, traceability, analysis, integration, hardware test, verification, and validation, with emphasis on navigation and GPS receiver technology. Must be able to operate with minimal oversight with considerable latitude in assignments. Must be able to work in a team environment as an individual contributor. Must be able to work closely with the customer and other engineering disciplines. The products for which these systems are developed will operate in military embedded realtime systems, as well as end products in weapons and ground environments.
Job requires an understanding of systems engineering, GPS systems, Military GPS hardware, and the requirements needed to drive hardware design. Good interpersonal skills and communication skills are requirements. Experience with work in a classified environment and working with classified customer requirements is a plus.
Essential Functions:
Will contribute to providing innovative Systems Engineering solutions consistent with business development plans.
Will develop CONOPS, requirements, design descriptions, verification plans/procedures, customer contract deliverable documentation (CDRLs) to meet program schedules.
Will support crossfunctional teams for crossfunctional design conflict resolution, Root Cause Analysis, blankpage architecture development, and design.
Will contribute to algorithm development, analysis, implementation, system architecture, verification, and test with emphasis on military GPS receivers.
Will lead qualification testing, system integration, and endtoend test efforts.
Will contribute to execution of design, build, integration, and test activities, problem resolution, and verifying that the deliverable products meet all program and customer requirements.
Will drive closure and resolve complex technical issues and challenges effectively, including leading failure investigations and troubleshooting activities.
Will provide project management reports as required and support seniorlevel and customer reviews as necessary.
Will provide inputs and reviews of the engineering technical baseline as part of proposal efforts.
Will interface with the program's leadership and other teams (SW, HW, and Test) on a frequent basis, conduct or participate in customer and/or program technical review presentations, and provide progress status updates on work products.
Will provide technical leadership to a team of engineers, including leading execution of design, build, integration, and test activities, problem resolution, and verification that deliverable products meet all program and customer requirements.
Will participate or lead in the product development process, including design reviews.
Will develop and execute automated system test capabilities, including equipment drivers, debug tools, automation scripts, database interfaces, and reporting tools.
Will apply strong scripting and debugging skills, isolating issues in both software and hardware.
Will utilize proficiency with wireless/RF test equipment such as signal analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers.
Will support hardware and test software development as needed across lifecycle phases.
Qualifications:
- Required Education/Experience: Bachelor degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or related discipline with minimum 9 years, or a graduate degree with a minimum of 7 years prior relevant experience (12+ years desired).
- Active US Secret Security Clearance
- 5+ years' experience with Military GPS systems.
- 5+ years' previous experience in GPS receiver architecture experience and familiarity with M Code.
- Travel may be required up to 10%
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Experience with Requirements Development, Traceability, Analysis, Integration, Verification, and Validation for Navigation and GPS/GPS Receiver technology.
- DOORS and RRE experience desired.
- Strong scripting experience and debugging skills.
- Experience with system integration, system test automation, and hardware/software issue isolation.
- Proficient with wireless/RF test equipment (e.g., signal analyzers, signal generators, spectrum analyzers).
- Experience with DO 254 and DO 178.
- Experience leading qualification testing, failure investigations, and complex issue resolution.
- Must be able to work in a team environment as both an individual contributor and a team leader.
- Must be able to work closely with the customer and other engineering disciplines.
- Candidate must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is$127.500.00 MIN - $236,500.00 MAX. 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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Employment Type: Full-TimeAbout L3Harris Technologies
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Industry
Aviation
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Melbourne, FL, US
Year founded
2019