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L3Harris Technologies

El Cajon, CA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 day ago (Updated 6 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/13/2026

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Job Description

At L3Harris, our software engineers solve meaningful problems that directly impact missions across the globe. We foster a culture of innovation and value individuals from diverse backgrounds who challenge assumptions, introduce new ideas, and push the boundaries of what's possible. Our teams work across the full engineering lifecycle-from concept and architecture through deployment, sustainment, and evolution of real operational systems. We're expanding to meet growing demand in space and airborne technologies, and we're looking for versatile software engineers who thrive on curiosity, enjoy tackling complex technical challenges, and can contribute across cloud, application-level, and embedded environments. Join a dynamic engineering team building nextgeneration systems supporting space superiority, command and control, geospatial missions, and other advanced domains. In this role, you will work within an agile environment using mature engineering practices and modern tooling to design, develop, integrate, test, and sustain software for mission-critical systems.
Essential Functions:
Analyze system and software requirements, develop use cases, and translate them into architecture, design, and implementation tasks Design, implement, integrate, and test software components across cloud, application, and embedded environments Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects or system issues, including support for deployed operational systems Collaborate with customers and crossfunctional engineering teams to clarify requirements, support operations, and identify technical improvements Produce and maintain technical documentation, participate in design/code reviews, and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes Travel up to 10%
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. Secret security clearance
Preferred Additional Skills:
Proficient knowledge of job area. May have practical knowledge of project management. Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. Proficiency with C++ and Java, including modern language features and standard libraries Experience with lowlevel development such as memory management, bitlevel data manipulation, and hardwareadjacent software Strong understanding of multi-threaded programming, concurrency models, and synchronization techniques Experience applying objectoriented design principles, software patterns, and modular architecture Solid knowledge of the full software engineering lifecycle, including configuration management, CI/CD, and issue tracking Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively to a team environment Experience with unit-testing frameworks, stress/performance testing, and integration or acceptance test activities Familiarity with Linux, Windows, and real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS Experience developing software for space, aerospace, or defense systems Active TS/SCI clearance L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish. PDN-a1c404c0-991d-4fbf-8ed6-f12a26b387f1

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