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Specialist, Software Engineer

Sunrise, Florida, United StatesOnsiteFull Time$84,500–$157,500 /yrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Role summary

L3Harris is seeking a Specialist, Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop real-time embedded systems for advanced radio communications equipment, focusing on network-enabled SATCOM applications and software-defined radios. The role involves implementing IP and Ethernet networking capabilities on embedded Linux, developing application-level libraries, and creating software test procedures. The engineer will participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, conduct peer reviews, and mentor junior engineers. This position requires a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience or equivalent experience, and proficiency in C/C++ and Object-Oriented Analysis and Design. A security clearance is required.

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, Embedded Software Engineer*
*Job Code: 35699*
*Job Location: Sunrise, Florida or Rochester, New York*
*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 selected applicant will be responsible for the design and development of real-time embedded systems of network enabled advanced radio communications equipment. Working in a team environment; design, and develop software components required to implement network and waveform features and capabilities for SATCOM applications software defined radios. Participate in all phases of the software development life cycle. Operates independently and guides junior engineers.
Essential Functions:

  • Design and develop embedded software and platforms for next generation tactical radios.
  • Design and implement core IP and Ethernet based networking capabilities on embedded Linux systems.
  • Design and implement capabilities for ground-based SATCOM enabled software defined radios.
  • Design and implement application-level libraries for interfacing with software and hardware components in embedded Linux systems.
  • Develop software test procedures, software programs, and related documentation.
  • Participate in peer reviews; identifies, tracks, and address software defects.
  • Consult with cross-functional engineering groups to evaluate interfaces, operational requirements.
  • Prepare work estimates, provide input to project schedule.
  • Breakdown tasks into smaller chunks for sprint planning.
  • Assist and mentor junior engineers.
  • Candidates must be able to obtain a US security clearance.

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of C/C++programming language and Object-Oriented Analysis and Design
  • 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:

  • Knowledge of networking software development.
  • Knowledge of embedded software development on software defined radio platforms
  • Deep software development experience on Linux based embedded platforms
  • Development experience with HAIPE and related standards and IKEv1 protocol as well as networking protocols such as DHCP, VPN, NHRP, RIP routing, and GRE
  • Experience with real-time operating systems (e.g. VxWorks RTOS, Linux, QNX)
  • Experience with embedded software emulators and Debuggers
  • Experience with multi-threaded, multi-core design
  • Experience with the Agile methodology
  • Experience with Git/Bitbucket
  • Experience with continuous integration (e.g. Jenkins)

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York State is $84,500 - $157,500. 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.
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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