Specialist, Integration and Test Engineer

L3Harris Space Systems Sector within the Space and Mission Systems (SMS) Segment seeks an experienced SI&T or SW I&T Specialist to support the integration of Spacecrafts and join our growing team. This position will be on-site in Palm Bay, Fl. The SI&T or SW I&T Specialist will support the system verification and test planning for the integration of spacecraft subsystems, culminating in end-to-end testing at the Space Segment. Responsibilities include working with a team of I&T engineers through the product life cycle, from initial requirement analysis for testability to designing and developing test plans and flows. It also includes managing the integration activities of test beds and software simulators developed both internally and/or by subcontractors. The SI&T or SW I&T Specialist will collaborate with internal program teams, including systems engineering, software engineering, mission, payload, quality, and operations.

The Specialist SI&T will work closely with internal program teams, including systems engineering, software engineering, mission teams, payload teams, quality assurance, and operations. This role will support test efforts throughout the product lifecycle, from program inception and requirements analysis (including testability) to test architecture, integration, testing, and production support activities. The SI&T will define complex test strategies to verify lower-level assemblies and payload capabilities, while working with a team composed of multiple internal organizations and subcontractors for the full integration and testing of the system.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for integrating and testing lower-level assemblies into sub-system/payload level testing
• Generate system test documentation (e.g., Test Requirements Documents, Test Design Documents (TDDs), Test Plans/Procedures) and direct support personnel in the execution of system testing and integration readiness tasks for Space Payloads and/or Space Vehicles
• Develop and execute functional and performance test procedures, qualification test, and document test results in reports to ensure requirements are met
• Support the setup of specific test configurations, scripts development, development of test procedures, implementation, checkout of test racks, test set software, and analysis tools evaluation (as required)
• Identify, record, document, and track issues through to resolution
• Analyze test results, detect issues, and collaborate with the development team to track root causes
• Represent SI&T during major design reviews such as SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR, and TRR.
• Support all phases of the product lifecycle (design, analysis, manufacturing, test, verification/validation, and delivery)
• Travel as needed for post-delivery support and integration activities
• Work extended and weekend hours during SI&T phases of the program
• Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams (i.e., Systems Engineering, Project Engineering, Software Engineering) during the requirements analysis phase, including developing/updating the Requirements Verification Traceability Matrix (RVTM) for completeness

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. 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.
• 2+ years of flatsats and simulators experience
• 2+ years with Bus Hardware/Software integration, testing, and troubleshooting
• Active TS/SCI clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience working on aerospace/defense systems (space payloads, spacecraft bus, ground systems, environmental testing)
• Experience with Cosmos, Ruby, InControl or other Satellite/ Telemetry Tracking & Control (TT&C) Scripting languages
• Experience with hardware and software requirements testability, definition, block diagrams, interconnect diagrams, and software & hardware integration
• Experience with Linux OS
• Experience using DOORS and/or MBSE software such as CAMEO and MagicDraw
• Experience with automation and scripting languages (e.g. Java, Python, Perl, Visual Studio code)
• Experience with Jira/Bit Bucket/Confluence and Source Control Tools
• Experience with MS Project, Visio, PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a technical information environment
• Experience executing government or commercial, firm-fixed price development programs
• Experience in mentoring and growing technical staff
• Team-player, able to work in a large program and fast-paced environment

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 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.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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