Lead, Systems Engineer (Deputy CSE) - Space Optical Payloads : Sign-on bonus ($30K max)
- $30,000 sign-on bonus
- Hiring immediately
- Relocation assistance
- ITAR / US person
- Top Secret clearance
About the job
L3Harris 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. L3Harris 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.
L3Harris 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.
Job Title: Lead, Deputy Chief Systems Engineer (Space Systems)
Job Code: 47467
Job Location: Wilmington, MA
Job Schedule: 9/80 - Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off
Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants
Sign-on Bonus: Sign-On Bonus: A sign-on bonus of up to $30K may be included as part of an offer package for this level
Job Description
L3Harris 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.
L3Harris 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!
Essential Functions
- 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.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
- Active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance
- Professional experience generating/managing requirements at various levels of the system and flowing down requirements to sub systems/sub-components
- 2+ years experience using DOORS and/or MBSE software such as CAMEO and MagicDraw
- 2+ years experience leading large space programs across the full system lifecycle
- Professional experience in Laser/LADAR system design
Preferred Additional Skills
- 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.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Massachusetts is $127,500 - $236,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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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.
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From L3Harris's job posting, checked 10 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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