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Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics)

Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site

location_on475, Central Avenue, City of Rochester, Monroe County, New York, 14605, United States

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About the Team

The L3Harris space superiority and imaging systems engineering department specializes in space-based, small and large aperture visible and infrared telescopes. Our team integrates electromechanical devices for motion and focus control, driving innovation in space-based observation technologies.

About the Role

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our team and support programs we have recently won. In this role, you will serve as a technical point of contact and Integrated Product Team (IPT) lead. Your work will involve performing technical analysis, managing specifications, and generating design review and technical documents. You will lead test and design verification efforts, handle requirements sell-off, and oversee the generation of end item data packages (EIDP). Additionally, you will contribute to proposal development and program planning activities while engaging in continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance engineering efficiency.

Hiring Process

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance, which may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigations and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity, maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or citizenship status.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law. We are also an E-Verify Employer.

By submitting your resume, you agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your information with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for consideration for other available positions.

Work location

Work model: On-site

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475, Central Avenue, City of Rochester, Monroe County, New York, 14605, United States

City of Rochester, New York

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circlePerform technical analysis and manage system specifications
  • check_circleGenerate design review, requirements, interface, and technical documents
  • check_circleLead test and design verification efforts for electro-optical hardware
  • check_circleCoordinate requirements sell-off and end item data package generation
  • check_circleEngage in continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance engineering efficiency
  • check_circleCoordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure system component integration
  • check_circleUtilize systems engineering tools and methodologies to support model-based systems engineering
  • check_circleContribute to proposal development and program planning activities

Requirements

  • verifiedBachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience
  • verifiedGraduate Degree and minimum 2 years of prior related experience
  • verifiedIn lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience
  • verifiedProfessional experience in a systems engineering role
  • verifiedProfessional experience working with MBSE tools and methodologies
  • verifiedExperience working on aerospace products
  • verifiedAbility to obtain a security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

Nice to Have

Active Top Secret/SCI clearance. Technical Subject Matter Expertise in optical, electro-optical, electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, or equivalent engineering discipline. Relevant experience with the design, manufacture, integration, test and sell-off of space-based EO/IR subsystems. Cameo Systems/No Magic Model-based systems engineering (MBSE), SysML. Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities. Ability to support program milestone reviews (SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR, FCA/PCA, PSR). Ability to collaborate across all levels of leadership. Work collaboratively with others and complete assignments with a team-oriented approach. Strong communication and interpersonal skills – taking complex concepts and sharing with others. Ability to architect an end-to-end space system with a full understanding of the product lifecycle. Experience with project management aspects of technology development programs. Experience with estimating and managing costs & creating and managing schedules.

Benefits & Perks

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L3Harris Technologies

Industry

engineering

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Experience

4+ yrs (Mid Level)

Education

Bachelor's Degree required with 4 years experience

Job Type

Full-Time

Skills Required

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Skills: Mbse, SYSML, Cameo Systems, No Magic, Model-Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electro-Optical, Optical, Electrical, Mechanical.

Education: Bachelor's Degree required with 4 years experience; Graduate Degree preferred with 2 years experience.

Frequently asked questions about Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) at L3Harris Technologies

What does a Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) at L3Harris Technologies do?expand_more
A Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) at L3Harris Technologies is responsible for the following: Perform technical analysis and manage system specifications; Generate design review, requirements, interface, and technical documents; Lead test and design verification efforts for electro-optical hardware; and Coordinate requirements sell-off and end item data package generation.
What are the requirements for this Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) role?expand_more
To qualify for the Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) at L3Harris Technologies position, applicants should have: Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience; Graduate Degree and minimum 2 years of prior related experience; In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience; Professional experience in a systems engineering role; Professional experience working with MBSE tools and methodologies; and Experience working on aerospace products.
Where is the Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) role at L3Harris Technologies located?expand_more
Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) at L3Harris Technologies is based in 475, Central Avenue, City of Rochester, Monroe County, New York, 14605, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
L3Harris Technologies has listed this Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) role?expand_more
Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) at L3Harris Technologies typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) role at L3Harris Technologies?expand_more
Key skills for Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) at L3Harris Technologies include Mbse; SYSML; Cameo Systems; No Magic; Model-Based Systems Engineering; Systems Engineering; Electro-Optical; and Optical.
What education is required for Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) at L3Harris Technologies?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree required with 4 years experience; and Graduate Degree preferred with 2 years experience.
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Specialist, Systems Engineer (Space Optics) at L3Harris Technologies is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
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