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Associate, Software Engineer (Goleta, CA)

Goleta, California

Job ID 21063
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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:  Assoc., Software Engineer - Goleta

Job Code: 20163

Job Location: Goleta, CA

Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be based at our Goleta, CA office. L3Harris is looking for an enthusiastic Software Engineer eager to contribute, learn, and grow in their career. The Software Engineer is responsible for the development of computer software that monitors operation of the data acquisition hardware.  The test equipment is configured to operate in many different environments including, factory, depot and maintenance operations, laboratory analysis, aboard ship, etc. The primary focus of the position is user interface (UI) development on Windows and Linux desktop platforms. A candidate with a strong understanding and a skilled eye for user interface design and development is preferred.  Additional embedded software and hardware tasks may be assigned, based on the candidate’s skill set.

Essential Duties and responsibilities:

  • Contribute to the design, documentation, and testing of software used in evaluating and processing data acquisition systems.
  • Assist in the development and modification of software and hardware for mission-critical systems.
  • Support the analysis, design, and development of software solutions, as well as selecting the necessary tools and technologies.
  • Participate in software development tasks, including coding, testing, and documentation.
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure software is integrated effectively and meets required specifications.
  • Assist with software configuration management to track version control and maintain up-to-date documentation.
  • Support design reviews and technical audits to ensure compliance with company standards and customer requirements.
  • Help to implement and monitor processes to ensure quality and meet schedule goals.
  • Participate in collaborative efforts to identify and resolve issues affecting project progress and quality

 Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer or Electrical or Electronics Engineering or equivalent from four-year college or university; and minimum one (1) year of relevant experience is required. 
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US. DoD Security Security Clearance

Preferred Additional Qualifications and Skills:

  • 1+ years of experience designing and implementing software in C/C++, C# or VB languages
  • 1+ years of experience in embedded software development
  • 1+ years Linux experience
  • 1+ years of experience with Agile development
  • Understanding of UI interface, tools and techniques
  • Ability to write concise report of findings
  • Ability to interpret and communicate engineering plans and specifications
  • Strong analytic and communication skills

Other Requirements:

  • Travel may be required for several days on short notice via auto/air/rail.
  • Testing aboard ship may be required.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $35.58 - $66.35. 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.

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 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.

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