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L3Harris Technologies · 6 hours ago

Lead, Systems Engineer (Optical Systems Program Lead)

Wilmington, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$125K/yr - $232K/yr

9+ years exp

L3Harris Technologies is a leader in the defense industry, dedicated to delivering technology solutions for national security. The Lead, Systems Engineering position involves managing system tasks, leading risk management processes, and supporting program technical leads in a collaborative environment.

CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead and manage system tasking activities to ensure timely and effective completion

Manage priorities while balancing program demands to meet project objectives

Contribute to Program Management Reviews (QPMR/PMR/MOR) and present to internal and external customers

Lead risk management processes by identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to ensure project success

Responsible for maintaining Risk Register

Responsible for Level 1 requirements sell-off and End Item Data Packages (EIDP)

Offer input on Level 2 requirements sell-off and EIDP

Manage the completion and quality of Level 3 EIDP

Provide feedback for the release of Level 2 drawings and oversee the release of Level 3 drawings

Contribute to Program Management Reviews (QPMR/PMR/MOR) and present to

Provide training and mentoring to team members to promote skill development and knowledge continuity

Review SDRL to confirm they meet project requirements

Provide input and oversee SDRL as needed

Consult on Level 1 and Level 2 specifications

Manage the development and release of Level 3 specifications and SOW

Oversee the overall qualification process, ensuring all systems meet required standards and specifications

Participate in bi-weekly Technical Exchange Meetings (TEM) by providing insights and feedback

Contribute technical expertise and consultative recommendations as a member of the Engineering Review Boards (ERB)

Provide input on Proposals, Basis of Estimates (BOE) and technical volumes for project proposals

Assist in resolving Non-Conformance Reports (NCR)

Qualification

Electro-optical designSystem integration processesSpace systems engineeringModel Based Systems EngineeringProject managementTechnical team leadershipAnalytical skillsMicrosoft Office proficiencyNASA standardsCommunication skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solving abilities

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Physics, or other related scientific discipline 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

Candidate must have active Secret security clearance

Prior or current professional experience with electro-optical design

Prior or current professional experience with electronics, sensors, detectors, and imaging systems

Prior or current professional experience with system integration processes and best practices

Experience with systems engineering within space environment

Preferred

Hold an active Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance

Experience in leading technical teams, managing projects and competing priorities, and coordinating cross-functional engineering activities

Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM) and Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL)

Demonstrated experience with space systems engineering, including knowledge of space environments, satellite systems, and space mission design

Familiarity with NASA-STD-1540 and/or NASA-STD-7002

Proficient in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and traditional systems engineering tools such as DOORs, JAMA, Cameo Systems Modeler, Magic Draw, JIRA, and SysML

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical information to diverse audiences

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record of tackling complex engineering challenges

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, and other relevant engineering and simulation software tools, such as MATLAB