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# Sr. Specialist, Systems Engineer

- **Company:** L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
- **Location:** West Palm Beach, FL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Databases, Requirements Management, Systems Architecture, DOORS (Software)
- **Published:** October 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/sr-specialist-systems-engineer-west-palm-beach-fl--9dd2f3f4-573c-4432-a5d3-0566ede6a5f5

## About the Role

Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Requirements Management, Propulsion, Detail Oriented, Project/Program Management, Product Development, Change Management, Verification Plans, Maintain Compliance, Candidates interested in applying for this position should have a background in systems engineering and an understanding of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). This role demands meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage projects under moderate supervision., * Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior systems engineering experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 4 years of prior systems engineering experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior systems engineering experience.

 * 4 years of relevant industry experience in systems engineering, preferably in the aerospace or defense sectors. Specifically, Systems Engineering (requirements management, risk management, product development cycle) disciplines and liquid rocket propulsion strongly desired.
 * Active US Secret Security Clearance is required to start.

Preferred Additional Skills:

 * Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
 * Advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred.
 * Experience with tools such as IBM DOORs, Cameo and Model-Based Systems Engineering methodologies.

## Description

* Requirement Development (60%): Develops systems, subsystem, and component requirements for rocket propulsion systems' product development. Responsible for derivation, allocation, and documentation of requirements in requirements databases and specifications. Coordinates requirements and related specification change management with IPT members. Defines and coordinates requirements verification plans with integrated product team members, plans and manages compliance assessment and certification. These activities will be performed utilizing model-based systems engineering tools.
 * Functional Analysis (15%): Performs functional analysis and coordinates system trade studies. Coordinates selection of optimized concept baselines through benefit/cost trades in support of definition of system architecture and objectives.
 * Risk Coordination (15%): Coordinates project risk and opportunity assessment and management and prepares and reports results on mitigation plans. May direct, coordinate and review the work of a small staff of engineers and/or technicians; estimates personnel needs and schedules and assigns work to meet completion date.
 * Communication (10%): Communicates results in oral presentations and written communication. Represents the organization in meetings/teleconferences to resolve important questions and to plan and coordinate work.
 * Travel: 10%, 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.