Lead, System Engineering – Space Optical Systems

L3Harris Technologies

. Develop and execute system architecture and system design plans .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $110,500 - $236,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering, particularly in the aerospace industry, with a focus on space-based payloads and EO/IR systems. Proficient in technical leadership, project management, and the application of model-based systems engineering methodologies.

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Systems Engineering ExperienceSpace-Based PayloadsModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)Top Secret/SCI ClearanceOptical/Electro-Optical Engineering

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Hard Skills

Systems ArchitectureTechnical AnalysisDesign VerificationRequirements ManagementRisk AssessmentEnd Item Data Packages (EIDP)Optics and Imaging SystemsElectromechanical SystemsProject ManagementCost Estimation

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipMentoringCollaborationProcess Improvement

Tools & Technologies

Cameo Systems/No MagicSysML

Industry Keywords

Aerospace IndustrySpace SystemsEO/IR SystemsSpace-Based Remote Sensing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Remote SensingTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute system architecture and system design plans
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration and compatibility of system components
Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle
Perform technical analysis and manage specifications
Generate design review, requirements, specifications, interface, and technical documents
Lead product testing and design verification
Lead requirements sell-off, risk assessments, and mitigations
Generate end item data packages (EIDP)
Mentor and train junior engineers
Support continuous process improvement initiatives
Utilize systems engineering tools and methodologies for model-based systems engineering (MBSE)
Contribute to proposal development and program planning activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, or another related scientific discipline and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience
Graduate Degree and minimum 7 years of prior related experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum 13 years of prior related experience
Professional experience in a systems engineering role supporting requirements, design, manufacturing, and integration of systems
2+ years of systems engineering experience with space-based payloads or aerospace vehicle systems
Professional experience working in the aerospace or space industry
Ability to obtain a U.S. TS/SCI clearance upon being hired
Active Top Secret/SCI clearance is highly desirable
Experience with optics, imaging, or space-based remote sensing systems
Systems engineering experience with space-based EO/IR systems with electromechanical pointing and focus control
Expertise in optical, electro-optical, electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, or equivalent engineering discipline
Experience with design, manufacture, integration, test, and sell-off of space-based EO/IR subsystems
Experience with Cameo Systems/No Magic MBSE and SysML
Ability to support program milestone reviews
Ability to architect an end-to-end space system with understanding of the product lifecycle
Experience with project management aspects of technology development programs
Experience estimating and managing costs and creating and managing schedules

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants
Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
EAP
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays
9/80 schedule with every other Friday off