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Scientist, Systems Engineer
L3Harris Technologies. Lead development and execution of system architecture and system design plans .
Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRochester • New York • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $133,000 - $247,000 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering for space-based payloads and vehicle systems, with a strong focus on technical leadership, project management, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in utilizing systems engineering tools and methodologies, particularly in model-based systems engineering (MBSE).
Highest-signal resume keywords
Systems Engineering ExperienceTechnical LeadershipProject ManagementModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance
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Hard Skills
Systems ArchitectureTechnical AnalysisDesign VerificationRequirements ManagementElectromechanical SystemsOptical EngineeringElectro-Optical SystemsIntegration and TestingCost EstimationSchedule Management
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaborationMentoringProcess Improvement
Tools & Technologies
Cameo Systems/No MagicSysMLSystems Engineering Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s DegreeGraduate DegreeActive Secret ClearanceActive Top Secret/SCI Clearance
Industry Keywords
Space-Based PayloadsEO/IR SystemsRemote SensingFull System LifecycleDesign and ManufactureProgram Milestone Reviews
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesRemote Sensing
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead development and execution of system architecture and system design plans
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure integration and compatibility of system components
- Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle
- Negotiate technical and non-technical scope with customers
- Perform technical analysis and manage specifications
- Generate design review, requirements, specifications, interface, and technical documents
- Lead product test and design verification
- Lead requirements sell-off, risk assessments and mitigations, and end item data package generation
- Mentor and train junior engineers
- Engage in continuous process improvement initiatives
- Utilize systems engineering tools and methodologies to support MBSE
- Contribute to proposal development and program planning activities
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience, or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience, or 16 years of prior related experience in lieu of a degree
- 5+ years systems engineering experience with space-based payloads, vehicle systems, EO/IR systems with electromechanical pointing and focus control
- Experience with active and passive remote sensing
- Direct experience leading technical teams
- Experience leading large space programs across the full system lifecycle
- Systems engineering experience in passive/active electro-optical hardware
- Active Top Secret/SCI clearance highly desirable
- Active Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance preferred
- Technical subject matter expertise in optical, electro-optical, electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, or equivalent engineering discipline
- Relevant experience with design, manufacture, integration, test, and sell-off of space-based EO/IR subsystems
- Experience with Cameo Systems/No Magic MBSE and SysML preferred
- Ability to support program milestone reviews (SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR, FCA/PCA, PSR)
- Ability to architect an end-to-end space system with full understanding of the product lifecycle
- Experience with project management aspects of technology development programs
- Experience estimating and managing costs and creating and managing schedules
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
- Ability to collaborate across all levels of leadership and work collaboratively with others
Benefits
Comp & perks- 9/80 schedule (Every Other Friday Off!)
- Health insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Education assistance
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- Company-paid holidays