Job ID: 22712

Title: Scientist, Software Engineering

Location:

Colorado Springs, CO, US, 80916

Job Title: Scientist, Chief Software Engineer

Job Code: 22712

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Job Description:

As the premier provider of Space Domain Awareness (SDA) mission solutions for the United States Space Force, L3Harris is seeking a chief software engineer (CSWE) to lead the software architecture, design, coding, integration, testing, and sustainment of a space ground system. The ideal candidate should have experience with the full software development lifecycle, full-stack software development, embedded software development, orbital mechanics, radar system technologies, optical surveillance system technologies, and optical image processing software. This position is onsite in Colorado Springs, CO.

Essential Functions:

Recognized as an internal expert and thought leader in area of expertise with broad experience across multiple job areas.
Design, develop, and test software applications for large-scale operational systems.
Provides guidance, coaching and training to other employees across the Company within area of expertise.
Responsible for managing large, complex project initiatives of strategic importance to the organization, involving large cross-functional teams.
Recommends tactics and strategies that directly impact the achievement of overall business or functional results.
Communicates within and outside of the organization to influence leadership to accept new practices, approaches, and concepts.
Up to 20% travel may be required, including international travel.
Ability to obtain U.S. DoD TS/SCI Security clearance.
Ability to obtain Security+ certification in less than 60 days.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
Active U.S. DoD Top Secret Security clearance.
Experience developing software in C/C++, Java, and Python.
Experience with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., CI/CD, orchestration tools) for infrastructure management and automation.
Experience leading technical projects and teams of software engineers to complete complex programs.
Experience with Agile software development and the software development lifecycle.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Active U.S. DoD TS/SCI Security clearance.
Active Security+ certification.
Experience developing software in Rust or Go.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and understanding of cloud architecture and services.
Experience in delivering fully integrated systems (hardware, firmware, software) in a DoD environment.
Demonstrated experience with technical leadership, including working directly with Earned Value Management (EVM) financial reporting.
Experience integrating software with electrical equipment hardware.
Excellent people skills, with experience leading and collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment.
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation).

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado is $130,000 - $256,000. 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.

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