Scientist, Deputy Chief Engineer - Space Systems

Responsibilities

• Lead concept of operation development, requirements analysis, decomposition, and generation across various system levels
• Manage requirements traceability and develop comprehensive test plans to ensure coverage
• Execute design trades to support critical technical decision-making
• Lead major design reviews including PDR and CDR
• Oversee the integration and testing of electro-optical/infrared systems and associated hardware/software
• Support data analysis, modeling, and simulation efforts
• Evaluate customer and operational needs to define system performance requirements and ensure interface compatibility
• Identify and mitigate technical risks within the program
• Provide technical mentoring to less experienced Systems Engineers
• Contribute to proposal activities, program planning, and execution

Requirements

• Active US Government TS/SCI Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree with 12+ years of relevant experience, or a Graduate Degree with 10+ years of relevant experience (or 16 years of experience in lieu of a degree)
• Professional experience generating and managing requirements and flowing them down to sub-systems
• Proficiency with DOORS and/or MBSE software such as CAMEO or MagicDraw
• Proven experience leading large space programs across the full system lifecycle
• Professional experience with Laser/LADAR system design

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with space payloads, spacecraft bus, ground systems, and environmental testing
• Background in architecting and integrating end-to-end systems in EO/IR, RF, or space payload areas
• Experience with data analysis and modeling/simulation using MATLAB or Python
• Knowledge of project management aspects including cost account management and earned value management
• Experience with space ground systems and space vehicle operations

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $50K available for qualified applicants
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
• Relocation assistance available
• Comprehensive health and disability insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off, parental leave, and company-paid holidays

About the Company

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. We deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains to meet our customers' mission-critical needs in the interest of national security.