Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer

L3Harris Technologies

. Support development of image and video processing algorithm solutions for space-based infrared systems .

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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in image and video processing algorithms for space-based infrared systems, with strong capabilities in requirements analysis, technical documentation, and integration testing. Proficient in Python and C/C++, with a solid understanding of systems engineering processes and performance assessment methods.

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Image And Video Processing AlgorithmsRequirements Analysis And TraceabilityIntegration And Testing Of Electro-Optical/Infrared SystemsTechnical Documentation DevelopmentPython And C/C++ Programming

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Hard Skills

Image ProcessingVideo ProcessingRequirements AnalysisPerformance AssessmentTechnical Specification DevelopmentIntegration TestingElectro-Optical SystemsInfrared SystemsModeling And SimulationEmbedded Software Development

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional Team CollaborationClear Communication

Tools & Technologies

Requirements Management ToolsConfiguration Management Processes

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret Security Clearance Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Systems EngineeringAerospace EngineeringSpace SystemsMissile DefenseEO/IR Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support development of image and video processing algorithm solutions for space-based infrared systems
Perform performance analyses of image and video processing algorithms for system-level trade studies
Support systems engineering trade studies, CONOP development, and modeling/simulation efforts
Work alongside embedded software and firmware teams optimizing and implementing algorithms for space-based systems
Develop and improve instrument documentation, processes, and test procedures
Support concept of operation development and requirements analysis, decomposition, and generation at various system levels
Support requirements traceability and development of test plans covering requirements
Support integration and testing of electro-optical/infrared systems and related hardware/software
Develop technical specifications, interface control documents, test plans and procedures, and test conformance to specifications
Verify compliance with requirements and validate performance behavior
Become a subject matter expert in the relevant area
Support technical reviews, risk-reduction efforts, and translation of mission needs into engineering requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related STEM discipline and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or a Graduate degree and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience
Eligibility to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance
Experience with infrared or electro-optical sensing systems, space or missile defense mission applications, systems engineering processes, and performance assessment methods
Ability to write code in Python and/or C/C++
Experience supporting requirements analysis, decomposition, generation, and traceability
Experience supporting integration and testing of electro-optical/infrared systems and related hardware/software
Experience developing technical specifications, interface control documents, test plans and procedures, and test conformance to specifications
Preferred experience with spacecraft, satellite, or complex aerospace system development
Preferred experience architecting, analyzing, developing, and integrating end-to-end EO/IR, RF, space payload, or spacecraft bus systems
Preferred familiarity with MBSE, requirements management tools, and configuration management processes
Preferred experience developing embedded software/firmware
Preferred experience with data analysis and/or modeling and simulation
Preferred proficiency in Python
Ability to work effectively across cross-functional engineering teams and communicate technical issues clearly to leadership

Benefits

Comp & perks

9/80 schedule (Every Other Friday Off)
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities