L3Harris Technologies · 1 week ago
Specialist, Software Engineer (Embedded Software)
L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The Software Engineer will be responsible for translating requirements into working solutions, applying technical proficiency across various stages of the software development life cycle, and collaborating with stakeholders to prioritize tasks.
Responsibilities
Support the engineering team members as a subject matter expert in embedded software application development, through guidance and direction to one or more software engineers
Investigate root-cause of complex issues, and implement solutions, working independently or with a multi-discipline team
Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software for the target hardware
Work closely with cross-functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware and software, and operational performance requirements and design of the overall system
Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, hardware-software integration, and formal test
Develop software test plans and procedures, and other relevant technical documentation
Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, prototype, and evaluate results
Participate in peer reviews, identify, track and repair defects
Utilize a variety of software languages (primarily C/C++ and Python), implementing software for embedded real time operating systems
Qualification
Required
Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance
Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience
3+ years of experience developing applications on simulated and target hardware
Experience using a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS), such as Green Hills Integrity, VxWorks, or similar
Preferred
Object-oriented design and implementation experience, with exposure to software modeling and UML tools such as IBM Rhapsody or MagicDraw/Cameo
Experience developing device drivers and Board Support Packages for real time embedded systems
Experience with Modern C++ techniques
Experience with Information Assurance and/or cryptography
Experience with NSA Type 1 certification or other SW certification such as DO-178
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Benefits
Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
EAP
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays
Company
L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies provides platform management system solutions for armed forces.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.25B2024-03-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
1978-01-13IPO
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