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Senior Associate, Software Engineering

Colorado Springs, COOnsiteFull TimeSenior$74,500–$138,500 /yrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Secret clearance
  • JavaScript
  • Python
  • Java
  • software defects
  • cross-functional engineering teams
  • systems engineering
  • hardware engineering
  • test engineering
  • software designs

Nice to have

  • US Secret security clearance
  • C++
  • Agile
  • Waterfall
  • hybrid methodologies
  • Git

Role summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Senior Associate Software Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO, to design, develop, and test software systems for mission-critical defense and technology solutions. The role involves writing clean, maintainable code in languages like JavaScript, Python, or Java, participating in requirements analysis, design and code reviews, and supporting the full software development lifecycle. Collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams and documentation of designs and specifications are key responsibilities. This position offers an opportunity for career growth in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Job Title: Senior Associate, Software Engineering

Job Code: 45856

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Job Schedule: 9/80 - Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked (Every Other Friday Off) 

 

Job Description:

 

Join a team of innovative engineers at L3Harris Technologies where your software expertise directly supports mission-critical defense and technology solutions. As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to the design, development, and testing of software systems that make a real-world impact. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career within a collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment while working on cutting-edge programs.

This position is located in Colorado Springs:L3Harris Careers in Colorado

Essential Functions:

 

  • Design, develop, integrate, and test software applications and systems in support of program requirements
  • Write clean, maintainable code using languages such as JavaScript, Python, Java, or similar
  • Participate in software requirements analysis, design reviews, and code reviews
  • Support debugging, troubleshooting, and resolution of software defects throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams including systems, hardware, and test engineering
  • Document software designs, test procedures, and technical specifications in accordance with program standards

 

 

Qualifications:

 

  • Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, there is a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.
  • Must be eligible and able to obtain a Secret clearance

 

Preferred Additional Skills:

 

  • Active US Secret security clearance preferred
  • Experience with at least one programming language such as C++, Python, or Java
  • Familiarity with software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)
  • Familiarity with version control tools such as Git or Subversion (SVN)
  • Exposure to Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools or software modeling
  • Experience working within a defense or government contracting environment
  • Knowledge of software security practices and secure coding standards
  • Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines
  • Experience with automated testing frameworks or test-driven development (TDD)

 

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado state is $74,500-$138,500. 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.

The application window for this position will close on 1/9/2026.

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