Senior Associate, Software Engineering

L3Harris Technologies

. Participate in the full software development lifecycle to create software solutions used to integrate and test complex customer-deliverable hardware .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeFort Wayne • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development lifecycle, integrating and testing complex hardware solutions using C++, Python, and DevOps practices. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to define and refine software requirements while leveraging automation and AI-enabled tools for enhanced productivity.

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C++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingDevOps Tools (Docker, Jenkins, CMake)Agile Methodologies (Scrum)Software Integration and Testing

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Hard Skills

C++PythonXMLSQLNoSQLPOSTGRESElasticsearchObject-Oriented Software ArchitectureSoftware TroubleshootingDefect Resolution

Soft Skills

CollaborationTechnical Problem-SolvingTeam Facilitation

Tools & Technologies

Atlassian Tools (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket)Git/BitbucketArtifactoryAI-Assisted Development Tools (GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex)Virtualization Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)Space Hardware Test MethodologiesDrivers/Hardware Interfaces (PCIe, 1553, RS232, FPGAs)UML Diagrams

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DockerElasticSearchJenkinsLinuxNoSQLPostgresPythonSDLCSQLC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in the full software development lifecycle to create software solutions used to integrate and test complex customer-deliverable hardware
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to understand mission needs and define, document, and refine software requirements and designs
Design, implement, review, integrate, and test software using C++, C, XML, and Python across Windows and Linux platforms
Support hardware integration and test activities, including software troubleshooting, defect resolution, performance improvement, and technical problem-solving
Apply software engineering best practices and established DevOps processes to deliver efficient, reliable, and maintainable solutions
Leverage automation, reuse, and emerging AI-enabled development tools to improve productivity, quality, and long-term software reliability

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field, and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience
Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience
1+ year of experience in one or more programming languages such as C++, Python, or similar
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required
Experience with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket) or similar configuration management and defect-tracking tools
Working knowledge of Agile methodologies, including Scrum practices, team facilitation, and backlog management
Experience with DevOps tools and technologies for virtualization and automation, including Docker, Jenkins, CMake, git/Bitbucket, and Artifactory
Experience with object-oriented software architecture and design
Experience using AI-assisted and agentic software development tools such as GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex, or Claude Code
Experience with SQL, NoSQL, POSTGRES, Elasticsearch, or equivalent database infrastructures
Experience with drivers/hardware interfaces including PCIe, 1553, RS232, and FPGAs
Knowledge of UML diagrams, including class, component, state, and sequence diagrams
Experience with space hardware test methodologies and operations
Familiarity with the full software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Experience in software integration and test, with strong software development and troubleshooting skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

9/80 work schedule: employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours, with every other Friday off
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities