Title:  Lead, Systems Engineer - Communications Networks

Job Title: Lead Systems Engineer / Mission System Architect (MSA)

Job Code: 22764

Job Location: Melbourne, FL

Work Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking an experienced and innovative Mission System Architect (MSA) to join our advanced technology team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in designing, developing, and integrating a complex Air Traffic Management (ATM) communication network, with a strong focus on SD-WAN architecture and requirements. This role requires a strategic thinker who can implement a complete architecture design and follow the technical direction to create this mission-critical system, ensuring that it meets rigorous performance, reliability, and security standards.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and integrate complex ATM communication networks with a focus on SD-WAN architecture and requirements
• Create and present key systems engineering artifacts and program gate reviews (TBR, PCR, PDR, CDR, TRR, ORR)
• Implement a comprehensive architecture design
• Follow and establish technical direction for the mission-critical system
• Ensure the system meets high standards of performance, reliability, and security
• Ability to create and execute automated scripts for the purpose of network configuration automation

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• 5+ years of experience in system engineering and system architecture design
• 5+ years of experience with legacy Telecom technology (e.g., Frame Relay, TDM)
• 3+ years working experience with SD-WAN technologies
• 3+ years of experience with emerging Telecom technology (e.g., SD-WAN, OTN, 5G, LTE)
• Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Public Trust clearance upon hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Air Traffic Management systems, Air Navigation protocols, and terminologies
• Relevant certifications in network architecture, security (e.g., CCNP, CISSP), and in SD-WAN and network architecture
• International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) certification (ASEP, CSEP, or ESEP)
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, architectures, and technologies
• Proficiency in network design tools and simulation software
• Familiarity with security protocols and best practices in network security
• Scripting background in PYTHON or any other scripting language