Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer – Space Systems

L3Harris Technologies

. Support concept of operation development and requirements analysis, decomposition, and generation at various levels of the system .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeWilmington • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $106,500 - $197,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools, with a strong foundation in systems engineering principles. Proven ability to lead technical projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams in the aerospace industry.

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Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)SysML (Systems Modeling Language)MagicDrawRhapsodyEnterprise Architect

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Hard Skills

Systems EngineeringRequirements AnalysisSystems ModelingSimulationSystem Performance AnalysisIntegrationTestingRemote Sensing Systems DevelopmentTechnical Project Leadership

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefense IndustrySpace Design EnvironmentUS Government TS/SCI Security Clearance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Remote SensingTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support concept of operation development and requirements analysis, decomposition, and generation at various levels of the system
Develop and implement MBSE methodologies and frameworks to support engineering projects
Conduct systems modeling and simulation to analyze system performance and validate requirements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration and alignment of MBSE practices
Design, develop, integrate, test, and deliver critical space-based remote sensing systems
Coordinate teams of technical personnel

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience
Ability to obtain a US Government TS/SCI Security Clearance
Professional experience in MBSE tools such as MagicDraw, Rhapsody, or Enterprise Architect
Professional experience working in Aerospace/Space design environment
Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) or similar certification preferred
Experience with SysML (Systems Modeling Language) preferred
Prior experience in the aerospace or defense industry preferred
Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and practices
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects and teams

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 work schedule with every other Friday off