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Senior Systems Engineer

Ogden, UT

$102K - $139K/yr

This role will execute systems engineering and configuration management activities including ... Planning, scheduling, budgeting, and estimating change packages related to contract SDRL delivery.

Senior Systems Engineer

Ogden, UT ยท On-site

$102K - $139K/yr

This role will execute systems engineering and configuration management activities including ... Planning, scheduling, budgeting, and estimating change packages related to contract SDRL delivery.

Senior Systems Engineer

Ogden, UT ยท On-site

$102K - $139K/yr

This role will execute systems engineering and configuration management activities including ... Planning, scheduling, budgeting, and estimating change packages related to contract SDRL delivery.

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What is a systems engineer contract?

A Systems Engineer Contract job is a temporary or project-based position where an engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex systems. These roles often involve working with hardware, software, networking, and security components to ensure system functionality and efficiency. Contract Systems Engineers may work for a specific duration or on a particular project for a company, typically through a consulting firm or as independent contractors. They are expected to collaborate with cross-functional teams, troubleshoot issues, and optimize system performance. The contract terms, duration, and scope of work can vary based on the employer's needs.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges of a systems engineer contract?

As a Systems Engineer working on a contract basis, your daily responsibilities usually include managing infrastructure deployments, configuring and maintaining servers, troubleshooting system issues, and optimizing network performance for client projects. You may face challenges such as quickly adapting to new environments, understanding legacy systems, or integrating new technologies with existing IT infrastructure. Contract roles often require working independently while effectively collaborating with internal IT teams, project managers, and other stakeholders. This environment provides valuable exposure to diverse industries and technical challenges, which can greatly enhance your experience and open avenues for future permanent or advanced contract opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for a systems engineer contract?

To thrive as a Systems Engineer Contract, you need a strong background in systems architecture, troubleshooting, and integration, typically supported by a degree in computer science or engineering. Familiarity with tools such as VMware, Linux/Windows server environments, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), and relevant certifications like CompTIA, Cisco, or Microsoft are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving, time management, and communication skills set top candidates apart in contract roles where autonomy and collaboration are both crucial. These skills and attributes ensure efficient delivery, adaptability to different project requirements, and successful collaboration in dynamic technical environments.

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Specialist, Systems Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT โ€ข On-site

L3Harris Technologies
Aviationย โ€ขย 1 - 5K employees

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


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: Specialist, Test Systems Engineer

Job Code: 40435

Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Job Schedule: 9/80- employees work 9 out of 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

The Systems Engineer - Test position owns the test process, including concept, design, root cause analysis, and corrective action. The Test Systems Engineer will become a subject matter expert via collaboration with Design and Systems Engineering. The Test Systems Engineer will then apply their knowledge to create and refine test processes implemented by Testers and Technicians in Operations. Whenever issues arise, the Test Systems Engineer determines why the issue occurred as well as the corrective action to be implemented to prevent future, similar failures.

Essential Functions:

Define, trace and maintain test process requirements

Test procedure creation and maintenance

Improve test yield through root cause and corrective action

Create product related technical information in support of Operations

Ensures overall technical performance for Test Engineering developments

Work with Engineering to facilitate the transition of products from design to production

Provide input to Engineering to support product life cycle management

Project management for Test Engineering development

Mentor Engineers with less experience

Provide input to organizational vision

Provide technical test consultation to internal organizations, contract manufacturers or customers

Represent Test Engineering in technical discussions to outside organizations

Evaluate contract manufacturers' capabilities to provide required products or services

Participate in product design reviews

Support manufacturing floor to help overcome production issues

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience

Preferred Additional Skills:

Soft skills: Strong written and verbal communication, leadership ability, and positive attitude.

Experience interpreting SOW and customer specifications.

Broad knowledge of engineering domains such as electrical, RF, software, or hardware.

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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-Time