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L3Harris Technologies

Global defense contractor delivering aerospace tech

Systems Engineering Senior Associate - Systems Engineering

Telecommunications EngineeringUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeRichmond, VA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree and 2 years of prior experience, or a two-year post-secondary/AA degree and 6 years of prior experience; alternatively, at least 6 years of prior related experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
  • Ability to travel 10% and sometimes work extended hours.

Responsibilities

  • Design complex Land Mobile Radio system solutions that satisfy specific customer requirements, including systems with IP networks, microwave links, wireless data, RF antenna subsystems, 911 dispatch, and other custom-designed subsystems.
  • Perform site visits and analyze existing customer technical assets.
  • Craft high-quality proposal text and drawings that clearly describe the technical solutions being offered.
  • Participate in discussions and presentations with customers, consultants, vendors, and other company personnel as necessary to advance projects.
  • Formally present technical solutions and product information to customers, professional organizations, and consultant groups for designs developed through the proposal process.
  • Coordinate technical transition of the design to the implementation systems engineer after a contract is awarded.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Land Mobile Radio communications systems, including P25, Tetra, DMR, microwave, and LTE, and public-safety-grade mobile voice and data networks.
  • Knowledge of integrated command-and-control dispatch consoles and Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD).
  • Overall knowledge of public-safety mobile broadband networks and devices, including LTE.
  • Experience in telecommunications systems design involving Land Mobile Radio communications systems (P25, Tetra, DMR, microwave, and LTE) and public-safety-grade mobile voice and data networks; knowledge of integrated command-and-control dispatch consoles and CAD; and overall knowledge of public-safety mobile broadband networks and devices (LTE).
  • Knowledge of public and private communications systems, such as APCO P25, DMR, Tetra, LTE, 802.11, and 3G/4G.
  • Experience designing IP networks, RF antenna systems, two-way radio systems, microwave systems, and wireless data systems; data networking and system configuration.
  • Knowledge of RF coverage predictions, including coverage analysis, frequency reuse, and traffic/capacity modeling.
  • Written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to present complex topics to technical and non-technical audiences in English; additional languages are a plus.
  • Interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to foster team building within and beyond the work group.
  • Presentation skills and the ability to present complex topics to technical and non-technical audiences.

About the Company

L3Harris Technologies

Global defense contractor delivering aerospace tech

L3Harris Technologies provides advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems for governments and commercial customers. Its products include sensors, communications, and propulsion—such as tactical radios, night-vision gear, satellite payloads, missile defense, and space propulsion—delivered as integrated systems for operations across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company blends legacy technologies from two joining giants with newer capabilities, faster acquisition cycles, and a focus on missiles, space, and resilient communications to field solutions quickly. Its goal is to be a trusted, scale-ready provider of next‑generation defense and intelligence capabilities for national security and related customers.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Melbourne, FL
Founded
1895

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