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Lead, Security Systems Engineering

Anaheim, California

Job ID 16407
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Overview

On the L3Harris team, your job is to secure the world. We don’t work here just for the advanced technology and equipment: We work here because we know what – and who – we’re protecting. From families to the intelligence community, and from our climate to our men and women in uniform – we’re making the world a safer place. Working with the L3Harris's engineering team, you'll join our team of qualified, diverse individuals and work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, global scope, and a collaborative team setting.

  • Full Time
  • Level: Experienced
  • Location: On Site
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L3Harris Work Perks

  • Health

    • Medical with a High Deductible and traditional PPO plan options, as well as, vision and a full array of supplemental health benefits
    • A doctors' service to help with referrals and second opinions for you, your family, and parents
  • Family

    • 4 weeks of paid parental leave for moms and dads
    • Fertility treatment
    • Subsidized backup childcare and eldercare
    • Adoption assistance - $5,000 per adoption/$15,000 per employee
    • Pet insurance
  • Well-Being

    • No cap to your PTO time (for exempt employees)
    • Dress for your day - wear what works for you at work
    • Legal plan for you, your family, and parents
    • Discount platform

Job Description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, 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 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 50,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Title: Systems Security Engineering Lead

Job Code: 16407

Job Location: Anaheim, CA

Schedule: (9/80, 4/10, or 5/40)

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, 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.

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.

L3Harris Defense Electronics (DE), a division of L3Harris, provides precision electronic components, subsystems, and systems for the DOD and international allies.  L3Harris DE specializes in the design and manufacture of fuses, ignition safety devices, proximity sensors, GPS navigation systems, aerospace status indicators, and range and test solutions.

The L3Harris Interstate Electronics Corporation business was founded in 1956 and for over 65 years IEC has played a key role in the most successful defense system of modern history. With sites in Anaheim, CA, Cape Canaveral, FL, and Crystal City, VA, IEC is a recognized industry leader in defense and security solutions, providing critical technology advancements in the areas of GPS/Position Navigation and Timing, and Range and Test Solutions. We offer competitive benefits, an alternative 4/10 work schedule, and the opportunity to work with a talented and diverse group of professionals.

Job Description:

As a member of the Engineering Technical Team, this position is responsible for the development, design, execution, test for Systems Engineering focusing on Cryptography (Cryp), Anti-Tamper (AT), and/or Information Assurance (IA) for DoD programs.  Must have knowledge and practical experience in Hardware/Software design and implementation, System Architecture, and Verification/Validation/Accreditation in AT, Cryptography, and/or IA on real-time HW/SW applications in DoD programs.  Must be able to work closely with customers, agencies, and across engineering disciplines.

Essential Functions:

  • Execute design, build, integration and test activities, problem resolution and verifying that the deliverable products meet all program and customer requirements.
  • Provide innovative Systems Engineering solutions consistent with business development plans.
  • Provide project management reports as required, support senior level reviews as necessary.
  • Provide inputs and reviews of the engineering technical baseline as part of proposal efforts.
  • Interface with the program’s leadership and other teams (SW and HW) on a frequent basis, conduct or participate in customer and/or program technical review presentations, and provide progress status updates on work products.
  • Participate in the product development process including design reviews.

Qualifications:

  • Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) or related discipline with minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience.  Graduate degree with a minimum of 7 years prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
  • 8 years’ experience in a combination of:
    • Implemenatation and analysis of Cryptograhic algorithms
    • Experience implemention Information Assurance solutions in hardware and/or software
    • Anti-Tamper (AT) solution design and implemenation
    • Experience with Security Certification process and accrediting agencies
  • 4 years’ experience in Hardware and/or Software detailed design and implementation.
  • Must be eligible to obtain a DoD Secret clearance or higher.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Knowledgeable of GPS and PNT systems in the DoD.
  • Must be able to work closely with the customer, subcontractors, and other engineering disciplines, and meet customer deliveries.
  • Must work effectively in both independent and team environments.
  • Must have excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
  • Broad and practical experience in GPS systems and GPS receivers, M-code, ASIC and FPGA desired.
  • Experience with hardware implementation or embedded software implementation.
  • Experience in GPS M-Code simulator utilization and analysis of results in support of Security Certification process

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $134,000 - $211,000. 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 relocation stipend, 401(k), EAP, 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.

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 résumé for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your résumé, 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 proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.

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