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L3Harris Technologies · 10 hours ago

Lead, Systems Engineering

Clifton, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$125K/yr - $232K/yr

9+ years exp

L3Harris Technologies is a leading provider in the defense industry, focused on delivering technology solutions for national security. The Lead, Systems Engineering role involves overseeing technical teams, conducting threat analysis, and driving organizational solutions in electronic warfare and systems engineering.

CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Analyze electronic signals and data to identify potential threats from enemy radar, communications, and electronic attack systems

Stay updated on the latest advancements in EW and related fields

Evaluate the capabilities and intentions of adversaries in the electromagnetic spectrum

Use signal processing tools and techniques to extract and interpret relevant information from raw data

Develop and maintain databases of known threats and associated electronic signatures

Participate in the development of new EW technologies and techniques to counter emerging threats

Conduct testing and evaluation of EW systems and equipment to ensure effectiveness against identified threats

Recommend improvements and updates to existing systems based on analysis and testing results

Develop, maintain, and oversee the overall EW Modeling and Simulation strategy for Systems Engineering (SE) across the Advanced Combat Systems (ACS) Sector

Coach and mentor SE staff in EW Modeling and Simulation

Develop, execute, evaluate, and recommend hardware, software, and test equipment solutions for EW Threat Simulation, considering both internal and external sources

Represent ACS internally and externally through Responding to Requests for Information (RFIs), attending Working Group meetings, presenting at Industry Conferences, and conducting training efforts

Support and contribute to ACS Digital Engineering initiatives by collaborating with other functional disciplines and specialty groups, such as Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Mission Analysis

Develop and run MATLAB simulations and other analysis tools to predict system performance in various EW environments

Maintain current and legacy ACS EW Modeling tools

Leverage cloud computing power to analyze complex EW data and run intensive signal processing algorithms

Use networked EW capabilities to monitor and manage the electromagnetic spectrum dynamically

Scale resources up or down based on the operational needs and volume of data

Process and analyze data in real-time to detect and respond to electronic threats promptly

Utilize low-latency cloud environments to ensure timely decision-making

Implement machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms to identify patterns, predict threats, and automate responses

Use cloud-based AI platforms to continuously train and improve models based on new data

Implement networked C2 systems to coordinate EW operations and decision-making

Share threat data and intelligence across the network to build a more comprehensive threat picture

Fuse data from multiple sources to enhance the accuracy and reliability of threat assessments

Leads requirements definition, flow-down and traceability for complex electronic systems embracing agile product systems and software development and model-based systems engineering (MBSE) processes to enhance development speed and quality

Leads the execution of rapid learning cycles in requirements development, design, build, integration & test and verification & validation in a design-to-cost and design-for-manufacturability environment

Works with Program Managers and SE Program Leads to perform risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies for complex projects

Develops or champions new systems, concepts, or technologies

Formulates and presents results during internal and external program meetings

Participate in proposal activities by approving both cost and technical estimates

Qualification

Threat AnalysisSystem ModelingSimulationCloud ProcessingElectronic System DesignRequirements ManagementIntegrationTest PlanningLabviewPythonMatlabPeople SkillsMulti-domain KnowledgeExperience as IPT LeadCommunication Skills

Required

Active DoD secret clearance

Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 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

Subject Matter Expert (SME) with Technical Expertise one of more of the following areas: Threat Analysis, System Modeling and Simulation, Cloud Processing and Network EW Applications, Experience with Electronic System Design and leading

Preferred

TS/SCI or the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance

Competency making decisions with imperfect and incomplete information

Experience with requirements management, and requirements management tools

System-level design experience in which the applicant has been involved in the design and integration and test of complex hardware/software systems, the definition of multiple interfaces

Multi-domain knowledge, in particular systems, software, and firmware

Experience with integration and test planning, cost estimating

Experience with Labview, Python and Matlab

Experience with and an understanding of aerospace systems, especially in the development of integrated hardware/software products

Experience as an Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead

Experience leading a team to complete assigned program tasking

Excellent people skills, with experience leading and collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment

Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation)