L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, 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 Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 50,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Project Engineering

Job Code: 16538

Job Location: Herndon, VA

Schedule: 9/80 REG

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, 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.

About L3Harris Technologies:

L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Description:

Project Engineer (PE) for the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) and Joint Operating & Control Electrical Network (JOCELN) Programs .  The PE is responsible for the technical execution of the program to include system architecture, requirements management, software development, hardware design and delivery, hardware/software integration, subcontractor management, and compliance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) cybersecurity requirements and controls. 

Essential Functions:

Act as technical lead that provides direction in the use of Systems Development methodologies and processes (per SEI CMMI and/or ISO 9001/AS 9100 compliant processes to execute assigned tasks).Establish schedule, resource, budget, and tool requirements for each engineering project Oversee and manage schedule and technical execution of engineering projects within budget and staffing constraints, and program guidelines set by the Program Manager and customer. Drive engineering team execution of each project; lead, direct, and review the work of assigned project team members, coordinating closely with Functional Managers on staffing requirementsDevelop cost estimates for assigned tasks and proposed workIdentify and manage project technical and lifecycle risks and opportunitiesServe as the single point-of-contact between Program Management, the engineering project team, and front line Functional Management. Lead and participate in Technical and Cost Proposal developmentLead Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) comprised of Systems Engineers, Hardware and Software Engineers, and SMEs from other engineering disciplines Act as an advisor to senior management and customers on advanced technical studies and applicationsAct as Control Account Manager (CAM) for the project, providing regular EAC and ETC reportsUse performance metrics, earned value, and other techniques to measure and control system development efforts; recommend organizational process improvements where appropriateCommunicate within and outside of the organization to direct activities, perform tasks, explain changes, and implement project requirements Ensure system architecture and related documentation is developed according to project standardsAssess and advise program management regarding the impact of scope, schedule, staffing, and budget modification requests Ensure that applicable Engineering processes are followed and suggest process improvements (as appropriate) on assigned projectsLead technical exchanges with customers and suppliers; support customer visits and travel for new or ongoing business activities

Qualifications: (refer to Career Framework)

US Citizenship requiredMust possess or be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance; Secret (or higher) security clearance is highly desiredA Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (System, Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer), Mathematics, or Computer ScienceMinimum 6 years engineering development experience (or 4 years with Graduate Degree); inclusive of 1 year of engineering team leadership experienceExperience and knowledge in requirements analysis, software development and testing, and hardware/software integration for machinery control systemsExperience in the design, construction, testing, and operation of vessel machinery and electrical systemsFundamental understanding of industry accepted design methods and practices, including design spaces/tradeoffs, test data analysis, and requirement/specification change processesExperience and knowledge in developing, proposing, managing, implementing, and testing products and system solutions in Electric Propulsion, Machinery Control, and Damage Control systemsRecent experience and direct participation in technical and cost proposal development

Preferred Additional Skills:

Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) and Digital Engineering experience and knowledge is desiredA technical Master’s degree (i.e., MSEE, MSCS, MSSE, etc.) is highly desired Comprehensive, in-depth knowledge of project management Strong knowledge of Software Development and System Engineering processesStrong knowledge of system architecture and component design of maritime propulsion and machinery control systemsWorking knowledge of hardware and software-based network systems, communications, embedded systems and systems integration environmentsWorking knowledge of MIL-SPECS, DOD regulations and practices, and Critical Path management systemsExcellent communication skills, both verbally and written Navy or related military experience is highly desiredShipyard and/or ship system integration experience is a plusWorking knowledge of MIL-SPECS, DOD regulations and practices, Classification Society rules (ABS, DNV, ABYC, etc.), and Critical Path management systemsWell versed in Microsoft project management tools, VISIO, and Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to work across functional organizations, both internally and externally  10% travel is anticipated, to include periods aboard vessels in offshore environment

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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