Specialist, 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 10/21/2026full-timePalm Bay • Florida • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development lifecycle (SDLC), integration, and testing using C++, Python, and XML across Windows and Linux platforms. Proficient in applying DevOps practices and leveraging automation tools to enhance software quality and reliability.

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C++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingSoftware Development Lifecycle (SDLC)DevOps Tools and TechnologiesSoftware Integration and Testing

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Hard Skills

C++PythonXMLSoftware Development Lifecycle (SDLC)Software IntegrationTroubleshootingAutomationObject-Oriented Software ArchitectureSQLNoSQL

Soft Skills

Technical Problem-SolvingCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Atlassian ToolsDockerJenkinsCMakeGitBitbucketArtifactoryAI-Assisted Development Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Hardware IntegrationSpace Hardware Test MethodologiesUML DiagramsDrivers/Hardware InterfacesPerformance Improvement

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
Leverage automation, software reuse, and emerging AI-enabled development tools to improve productivity, quality, and long-term software reliability

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 4 years prior relevant experience
Graduate Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years prior related experience
Experience in one or more programming languages such as C++, Python, or similar
Experience with the full software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Experience in software integration and test
Strong software development and troubleshooting skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required
Preferred: Experience with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket) or similar configuration management and defect-tracking tools
Preferred: Experience with Agile methodologies, including Scrum practices, team facilitation, and backlog management
Preferred: Experience with DevOps tools and technologies for virtualization and automation, including Docker, Jenkins, CMake, git/Bitbucket, and Artifactory
Preferred: Experience with object-oriented software architecture and design
Preferred: Experience using AI-assisted and agentic software development tools, including GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex, and Claude Code
Preferred: Experience with SQL, NoSQL, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, or equivalent database infrastructures
Preferred: Experience with drivers/hardware interfaces including PCIe, 1553, RS232, and FPGAs
Preferred: Experience with UML diagrams
Preferred: Experience with space hardware test methodologies and operations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities
Job schedule: 9/80