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Lead, Systems Engineer (Chief Engineer)L3 Harris • Herndon, VA, US
Lead, Systems Engineer (Chief Engineer)

Lead, Systems Engineer (Chief Engineer)

L3 Harris • Herndon, VA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

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 Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. 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 : Program Chief Engineer

Job Code : 30473

Job Location : Herndon-VA (on-site)

Work Scheduled : 9 / 80 (Every other Friday off)

About L3Harris Technologies :

L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers' mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Description :

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Program Chief Engineer to join our team in L3Harris Technologies, Herndon, VA location. Reporting to the Business Chief Engineer of Surface & Airborne Integrated Systems, Undersea Systems, this person is responsible for delivering the technical, cost and schedule performance for all engineering content within a program. They are responsible for maintaining adequate resources for all engineering functions in the pursuit of the project's goals and operational plans.

The Program Chief Engineer will manage a team of engineers from multiple disciplines and oversee CAM (Control Account Management) activities for the assigned project. Program responsibilities encompass the full system life cycle from contract review, program baseline, design and development, installation, customer interface, and warranty support. Technical understanding to support design decisions through product specification evaluation, trade study conduct, and critical analyses is required.

Essential Functions :

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  • Build, lead, and manage a cross-functional engineering team, consisting of mechanical, electrical, systems, and software engineers, to ensure ongoing advancement of the program.

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  • Technical, cost, and schedule accountability for technical program execution. Manage contract change and all phases of the portfolio from capture to sustaining.
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  • Maintain a climate of fostering a high level of employee motivation, performance, and commitment.
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  • Review and approve estimate to complete (ETCs) of the engineering content of the program.
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  • Represent engineering with major customers and stakeholders through clear communication.
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  • Conduct trade studies to compare different hardware design options and select the most appropriate solutions.
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  • Perform critical analyses of subcomponents to identify potential issues and ensure optimal performance.
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  • Provide guidance and support to achieve project goals including preliminary design, integration, and formal hardware / software qualification.
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  • Oversee CAM activities, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation for the program.
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  • Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of hardware, sub-assemblies, and software.
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  • Develop and maintain documentation related to system design, analysis, and testing.
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  • Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, and project planning sessions.
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  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
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  • Lead technical staff members to resolve issues.
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  • Support new business pursuits and proposal cost reviews to ensure proper technology readiness, Design to Cost, and resource alignment.
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  • Communicates within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes to practices, processes and approaches.
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  • Office-based with occasional travel to project sites or meetings as required.
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    Qualifications : \n

  • Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. If a graduate degree is also held, a minimum of 7 years of prior relevant experience.
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  • At least 3 years of program technical leadership experience across program life-cycle.
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  • Experience leading hardware / software integration and qualification, including experience running the integration and test plan end to end.
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  • US Citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret level Security Clearance.
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  • Knowledge of CAM principles and experience managing CAM activities.
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  • In-depth knowledge of project management and systems engineering philosophies.
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  • Provides input into new products .
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  • Excellent computer skills with strong proficiency in Windows interface, Microsoft Office package (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio). Working knowledge of project management systems.
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  • Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation).
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  • Willingness to travel.
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    Preferred Additional Skills :

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  • Project Management Professional (PMP).
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  • Experience in systems engineering, including requirements decomposition / traceability, architecture design, and test and evaluation.
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  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
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  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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  • Experience in navy, defense, or related industries.
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  • Familiarity with industry standards and regulations.
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  • Familiarity with maritime products and undersea acoustics.
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  • Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.
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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.

    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 .

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