Scientist, Deputy Chief Engineer - Space Systems; TS​/SCI Clearance : max

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Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high‑performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3

Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work‑life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

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Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission‑critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end‑to‑end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Scientist, Deputy Chief Engineer - Space Systems (TS/SCI Clearance) :
Sign‑on bonus ($50K max)

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Wilmington, MA

9/80 (Every other Friday off!)

Relocation assistance available to qualified applicants

A sign‑on bonus of up to $50K may be included as part of an offer package for this level

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Harris Technologies has an immediate opening for a Deputy Chief Systems Engineer in Wilmington, MA. The ideal candidate for this position will be proficient in all aspects of the systems engineering process, will have direct and significant experience designing and testing complex systems, and will be comfortable coordinating teams of technical personnel.

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Harris is looking for Systems Engineers to help design, develop, integrate, test, and deliver space‑based remote sensing systems to our customers. We look forward to reviewing your application!

• Lead concept of operation development and requirements analysis, decomposition, and generation at various levels of the system.
• Lead requirements traceability and develop test plans to cover requirements.
• Execute design trades to support technical decisions.
• Lead design reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.).
• Lead integration and testing of electro‑optical/infrared systems and related hardware/software.
• Support/lead data analysis and modeling and simulation.
• Evaluate customer and operational needs to help define and coordinate system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters, and assure compatibility of all physical, functional, and program interfaces.
• Evaluate and mitigate risk within the program.
• Provide mentoring to less experienced Systems Engineers.
• Contribute to proposal activities, program planning, guidance, and execution.

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
• Active US Government TS/SCI Security Clearance
• Professional experience generating/managing requirements at various levels of the system and flowing down requirements to sub‑systems/sub‑components
• Professional experience using DOORS and/or MBSE software such as CAMEO and Magic Draw
• Professional experience leading large space programs across the full system lifecycle
• Professional experience working with Laser/LADAR system design

• Experience working with space payloads, spacecraft bus, ground systems, environmental testing
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with a cross‑functional team and act as a customer interface.
• Ability to collaborate across all levels of leadership.
• Experience with project management aspects of programs (cost account management/earned value management system, estimating costs, managing schedules).
• Experience with data analysis and/or modeling and simulation (e.g., with MATLAB/Python).
• Experience with estimating and managing costs.
• Experience architecting, analyzing, developing, and integrating end‑to‑end systems in areas such as EO/IR, RF, or space payload and spacecraft bus subsystems.
• Experience with space ground systems and space vehicle operations and the ability to work on ITAR or EAR projects.

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