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Flight Software

Senior Specialist, Software Engineering

  • Sign-on bonus up to $25,000

Open in 4 locations

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Colorado

1 open

Indiana

1 open

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. ## Sign-On Bonus: A sign-on bonus up to $25K may be included as part of an offer package at this level ## Job Description L3Harris Space and Mission Systems is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for our Fort Wayne, IN location.

As part of a passionate and accomplished software team, you will develop embedded software for space-based imaging payloads. You will participate in the complete life cycle of the software, from requirements, design, development, implementation, testing, verification, and support of algorithms, controls, and subsystems for complex space applications.

The role requires the application of the principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. You should be comfortable working in a dynamic team environment, contributing to innovative solutions, while demonstrating personal leadership, technical competence, and attention to detail. Our missions support scientific research, national security, and commercial opportunities.

We are looking for someone to establish their technical expertise, leadership skills, and innovation to positively impact our mission. ## Essential Functions - Work within a small, embedded software team to meet customer requirements within allocated cost/scope/schedule commitments. - Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews. - Collaborate with other engineers to develop reliable solutions. - Observe Agile software development and engineering processes. - Provide software support for units under test to on-orbit assets. - Communicate with leadership on status, issues, milestones, and successes. ## 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. - Minimum 1 year of software development experience in C/C++. ## Preferred Additional Skills - Background in developing and maintaining satellite payloads. - Knowledge in space domain and applications. - Fundamental knowledge of computer architecture and networks. - Experience with SysML/UML, Python, Agile, and DevSecOps. - Experience with Jira, Bitbucket, Git, Jenkins, and Confluence. - Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems and multi-threaded applications. - Excellent ability to analyze problems and identify the root cause of problems quickly. - Active security clearance or ability to obtain a security clearance. - Strong technical skillset, able to contribute to requirements analysis, design, code and unit test, integration and test, and requirements sell-off. - Familiar with Linux and Windows operating systems. #LI-NB1 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.

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From L3Harris's job posting for Fort Wayne, IN, United States, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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