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Scientist, Systems Engineering (Optical)

Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site

location_on116, Casseekee Trail, Brevard County, Florida, 32951, United States

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About the Team

This role is part of the L3Harris Space Systems Sector within the Space and Mission Systems (SMS) Segment. As the largest and fastest-growing segment within L3Harris, SMS is well-positioned for continued success in the space domain. The team develops products that perform a variety of missions for customers, encompassing both space-based and ground-based applications. Systems Engineers in this group lead technology across the entire system lifecycle, engaging in all critical phases and milestone reviews from pursuit through system operation.

Work location

Work model: On-site

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116, Casseekee Trail, Brevard County, Florida, 32951, United States

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Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleApply optical communications and electrical engineering principles to hardware development
  • check_circleDevelop and run performance models including link budgets and pointing simulations
  • check_circleOversee space hardware development and testing activities
  • check_circleLead complex technical teams to deliver hardware on schedule and within scope
  • check_circleManage and verify system requirements using tools such as DOORS or Jama

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Skills: Requirements Management, Interface Management, System Design, Risk And Opportunity Management, Verification Planning, Test Planning, Rccas, FRBS, MRBS, Optical Communications.

Education: Bachelor's Degree with 12 years experience or equivalent experience; Graduate Degree with 10 years experience or equivalent experience.

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A Scientist, Systems Engineering (Optical) at L3Harris Technologies is responsible for the following: Apply optical communications and electrical engineering principles to hardware development; Develop and run performance models including link budgets and pointing simulations; Oversee space hardware development and testing activities; and Lead complex technical teams to deliver hardware on schedule and within scope.
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To qualify for the Scientist, Systems Engineering (Optical) at L3Harris Technologies position, applicants should have: Active Secret Clearance; Bachelor's Degree and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience; Graduate Degree and minimum 10 years of prior related experience; In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience; and U.S. citizenship.
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  • check_circleManage subcontractors, author Statements of Work, and ensure compliance
  • check_circleEvaluate customer needs, conduct design trades, and assess program risks
  • check_circleReview, develop, analyze, and allocate system requirements for free-space optical links
  • check_circleIntegrate optical terminals into satellite architectures with cross-functional teams
  • check_circleSupport system testing, troubleshooting, defect resolution, and process improvement
  • Requirements

    • verifiedActive Secret Clearance
    • verifiedBachelor's Degree and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience
    • verifiedGraduate Degree and minimum 10 years of prior related experience
    • verifiedIn lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience
    • verifiedU.S. citizenship

    Nice to Have

    Familiarity with the Space Development Agency (SDA) OCT Standard

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    L3Harris Technologies

    Industry

    engineering

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    Quick Overview

    Experience

    10+ yrs (Senior)

    Education

    Bachelor's Degree with 12 years experience or equivalent experience

    Job Type

    Full-Time

    Skills Required

    Requirements ManagementInterface ManagementSystem DesignRisk And Opportunity ManagementVerification PlanningTest Planning
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    Scientist, Systems Engineering (Optical) at L3Harris Technologies is based in 116, Casseekee Trail, Brevard County, Florida, 32951, United States. This is a on-site role.
    Is this Scientist, Systems Engineering (Optical) job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
    L3Harris Technologies has listed this Scientist, Systems Engineering (Optical) role as on-site.
    How much experience is required for this Scientist, Systems Engineering (Optical) role?expand_more
    Scientist, Systems Engineering (Optical) at L3Harris Technologies typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
    What skills do you need for the Scientist, Systems Engineering (Optical) role at L3Harris Technologies?expand_more
    Key skills for Scientist, Systems Engineering (Optical) at L3Harris Technologies include Requirements Management; Interface Management; System Design; Risk And Opportunity Management; Verification Planning; Test Planning; Rccas; and FRBS.
    What education is required for Scientist, Systems Engineering (Optical) at L3Harris Technologies?expand_more
    Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree with 12 years experience or equivalent experience; and Graduate Degree with 10 years experience or equivalent experience.
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    Scientist, Systems Engineering (Optical) at L3Harris Technologies is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
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