Essential Functions
The Lead Systems Engineer will perform the following functions
Subject matter expert in Electronic Warfare (EW) and Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) systems
Understand customer mission, customer sets, drives technical strategy within the portfolio
Leads requirements definition, flow-down and traceability for complex electronic systems embracing agile product systems and software development and model-based systems engineering (MBSE) processes to enhance development speed and quality
Leads the execution of rapid learning cycles in requirements development, design, build, integration & test and verification & validation in a design-to-cost and design-for-manufacturability environment.
Eliminate technical roadblocks for product and program development
Develops, tracks, and presents technical performance metrics
Improves upon existing Systems Engineering processes
Oversees trade studies on a variety of systems and components
Oversees design verification testing efforts including lab, chamber, ground, and flight test
Oversees simulations and other analyses to predict system performance in various environments
Represents programs as the lead engineering interface to customers
Formulates and presents results during internal and external program meetings.
Develop, mentor, and motivate systems engineers to peak performance
Must be able to effectively interface with portfolio management, program management, and customers
Works with Program Managers and SE Program Leads to perform risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies for complex projects.
Develops or champions new systems, concepts, or technologies.
Participate in proposal activities by approving both cost and technical estimates.
Ability to lift to 20 lbs
Up to 10% travel may be required.
Qualifications
Active DoD secret clearance
Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
Preferred Additional Skills
TS/SCI or the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
Competency making decisions with imperfect and incomplete information.
Experience with requirements management, and requirements management tools.
System-level design experience in which the applicant has been involved in the design and integration and test of complex hardware/software systems, the definition of multiple interfaces.
Multi-domain knowledge, in particular systems, software, and firmware.
Experience with integration and test planning.
Experience in Control Account Management as part of an Earned Value Management System
Experience with Labview, Python and Matlab.
Experience with and an understanding of aerospace systems, especially in the development of integrated hardware/software products.
Experience as an Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead.
Experience leading a team to complete assigned program tasking.
Excellent people skills, with experience leading and collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment.
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation).
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey is $127,500 - $236,500. 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.
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