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L3Harris Technologies · 3 weeks ago

Deputy Chief Systems Engineer (Missile Systems)

Broomfield, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$150K/yr - $278K/yr

10+ years exp

L3Harris Technologies is a leader in the defense industry dedicated to providing innovative technology solutions for national security. The Deputy Chief Systems Engineer will support the Chief Engineer in overseeing engineering activities, ensuring project execution, and driving innovation in missile warning and tracking systems.

CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Define the overall system architecture, including hardware, software, and network components with a systems model (MBSE) and contribute to the program digital thread

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams utilizing an agile methodology like Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and tools like the Atlassian Suite

Ensure that system requirements are clearly defined, documented, and flowed down to development teams, and verified and validated throughout the development lifecycle using tools like Jama or Cameo

Oversee the integration of different system components and ensuring proper testing and validation

Rapidly solve problems, perform test results analysis, and prepare comprehensive test reports which verify and validate system performance

Identify and mitigate potential technical risks and opportunities that would impact program execution using tools like Cameo

Collaborate with various stakeholders, including customers, developers, engineering teams leaders, and subcontractor technical management to identify needs and develop solutions which meet requirements

Manage the technical baseline of the project to ensure it stays within budget and schedule and report results to Chief Engineer

May require up to 15% travel

Qualification

Systems EngineeringRequirements ManagementIntegrationTestingRisk ManagementTechnical LeadershipData AnalyticsMachine LearningRF EngineeringSignal ProcessingAntenna DesignStakeholder ManagementAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingTeam Leadership

Required

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

Must have an active TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance

Minimum of 9 years experience in systems engineering roles

Minimum of 9 years experience in a Chief Engineering role in software integration and test projects

Technical background in hardware, software, full lifecycle development and deployment of space operations centers

7+ years experience in RF engineering, signal processing, and antenna design

Preferred

Data Analytics and Machine Learning: Ability to apply data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML) techniques to optimize satellite operations and data processing

Ground Entry Point (GEP): Previous experience with satellite GEP architecture and operations

Research and Development: Strong capability in leading R&D projects, innovating new technologies, and advancing existing systems that ultimately lead to operational delivery

Space Force or Intelligence Space Operations experience

Previous exposure to capture and develop new business lines

Ability to lead and motivate teams, communicate technical information effectively, and manage stakeholder expectations

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges

Experience partnering with stakeholders and integrated product team leaders to identify needs and develop solutions which provide customer value