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L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. 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.

Job Title: Lead, Software Engineer

Job Code: 18772

Job Location: Dulles, VA

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking to hire a Software Engineer with a desire to develop software applications and participate in the entire software development life cycle.  This position will move to the L3Harris Herndon, VA location by approximately July 2025.

Essential Functions:

Lead/participate in the entire software development life cycle including software design, implementation, code reviews, integration and debugging for new products and existing ones.Design and develop software utilizing C, Python, POSIX multi-tasking. Web application, AI/ML a plusExperience debugging Embedded platforms from development through productionExperience with Linux and RTOSUnit testing experience for Embedded C using modern technologiesDevOps and CI/CD experienceWork closely with System and test engineers throughout the software design/development life cycleDocument software design and participate in design and code reviewsAnalyze results from simulation or real data to identify root causes and trendsPerform software/hardware integration during software development and unit testing Use inter process communication and multi-threaded programming

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 6-9 years of experience or Master’s degree 4 - 7 years of experience in Computer Science or other related technical discipline.  In lieu of degree, 10-13 years of software experience.6 to 8 years of professional C/C++ software development experience.Active Secret Level Security Clearance6 to 9 years of professional C/C++ software development experience required.6 to 9  years of professional Python developmentEducation and/or background in satellite communicationsC++ Unit test experience.Experience with UML documentation (sequence diagrams)Experience with Linux systemsTCP/IP network programming; serial protocols; packet processing

Preferred Additional Skills:

Agile Software Development ExperienceExperience with DevOps or DevSecOpsStrong problem-solving and software debugging skillsAbility to multitask across multiple projects/initiativesFamiliarity with configuration management processes and toolsFamiliar with cryptography algorithms: AES, key managementFPGA VHDLRTOSBoard support package developmentTS/SCI eligible

In compliance with the equal pay act, the salary range for this role in $129,500.00 - $240,500.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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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