Specialist, Systems Engineer - COMMS & Datalink

Mid-Senior level Systems Engineer to perform data analysis in tactical data link acquisition and processing systems. This position desires technical and troubleshooting skills to investigate and solve Tactical Communication system performance issues including operational environment impacts. The individual will be responsible for the generation and review of technical papers, calculations, and briefings. The individual will also be required to prepare and present technical briefs to internal management teams., * Supporting the performance, verification, and sustainment of fielded Tactical Communication systems and components.

• Participating in formal engineering analysis and reviewing performance parameters at the total system and individual component levels.
• Performing the design, development, and release of related data management, processing, and reporting software tools.

Essential Functions:

• DOD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Top Secret (TS/SCI) Security Clearance is required., L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

• B.S. Degree in an appropriate engineering discipline (Electrical, Systems, etc.) with a minimum of six (6) years of applicable experience, or Graduate Degree and a minimum of four (4) years of prior related experience, or, in lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Current DOD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Top Secret (TS/SCI) Security Clearance is required.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• DOD Top Secret (TS/SCI) Security Clearance
• Ability to communicate clearly (written and verbal) to technical and non-technical personnel
• Experience in troubleshooting Data Link (eg Link16, CMF, etc.) or other communcation systems in single and Multi-Level Security environments.
• Experience in Software coding and development.
• Able to read, interpret, create, and maintain spreadsheets, charts, reports, investigation and test plans, and procedures.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, et al) is required to generate work products.
• Physical requirements: Some lifting in a Systems Integration Lab (SIL) environment.
• Knowledge of systems engineering concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Experience in building and analyzing Data Link (eg. Link16, CMF, etc.) messages.
• Working knowledge of Mil-Standards 3011, 6016, 6018 and 6020.
• Experience writing systems and software requirements using an application such as DOORS/JIRA.
• Experience presenting design and project information at periodic reviews as well as recommending improvements to existing designs.
• Be comfortable handling a large amount of classified material.
• Familiarity with common Tactical Datalink radios/terminals, to include MIDS-JTRS, JTIDS Class 2, and JRE, as well as experience with MIL-STD-1553B interfaces.
• Familiarity with working with Unix/Linux commands in terminal consoles.
• Experience with building test cases to assess software and system operation against requirements, writing defect reports, and assessing corrections.
• Familiarity with networking technologies, to include Security+ certification.
• Familiarity with RC135 Communications Systems.
• Candidate able to obtain a Class III fight certification.
• DoD/Military experience.

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security., L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish