Level 3 Communications, Inc

Lead, Systems Engineer

Level 3 Communications, Inc$100K — $130K *
Waco, TX 76706In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 9 years or more Systems Engineering experience; or Graduate Degree with 7 years of experience.
  • Proven program planning and execution skills within scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Experience in Aircraft Integration and Test & Delivery processes.
  • Skilled in managing and verifying system requirements.
  • Proficient with standard Microsoft Office applications and relevant engineering tools (DOORS®, JIRA, etc.).

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Avionics/Mission Systems IPT to develop technical solutions for airborne systems.
  • Translate customer requirements into verifiable system-level requirements.
  • Ensure traceability and define verification methods for requirements.
  • Conduct System Engineering trade studies effectively.
  • Write and manage subsystem specifications based on system-level requirements.
  • Review and approve system verification test procedures to meet specifications.
  • Prepare and deliver presentations to diverse audiences on technical information.

Benefits

  • Sign-on bonuses ranging from $15,000 to $25,000.
  • 9/80 work schedule for improved work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for travel up to 10% for project needs.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Lead, Systems Engineer - *Sign-on bonuses between $15,000K - $25,000K*

Job Code: 39534

Job Location:Waco, Texas

Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

L3Harris is actively seeking a Lead Systems Engineer (SE) to support requirement development, design, development, test, and integration of complex, specialized hardware/software systems installed on airborne platforms. In this role, the candidate will ensure that customer needs are understood, documented, and agreed upon. The Lead SE will lead the Avionics/Mission Systems Integrated Product Team (IPT) to develop the technical solution requirements and ensure the as-built product meets the requirement baseline. The Lead SE should possess a strong Systems Engineering background and exemplary leadership skills to effectively lead the development team.

Essential Functions:
  • Lead the Avionics/Mission Systems IPT which develops the technical solution for Programs incorporating avionics and communication equipment into airborne systems for Military and Commercial Customers.
  • Translate the Customer requirements into unique and verifiable system-level requirements.
  • Ensure traceability and define requirement verification methods.
  • Lead System Engineering trade study processes.
  • Evaluate trade studies for accuracy and completeness.
  • Write subsystem specifications based on system-level requirements.
  • Evaluate alternative solutions and establish the overall system design.
  • Review and approve verification test procedures to ensure that the system performance and capabilities meet the system requirements.
  • Approve the Technical Data Package (electrical wiring diagrams, mechanical integration drawings, analysis reports, etc.) and ensure that the design details trace to the system requirements.
  • Prepare and deliver effective presentations that communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical professionals.
  • Work closely with Project Engineering and Program Management.
  • Ability to travel CONUS up to 10%.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years prior relevant Systems Engineering experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related Systems Engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in program planning, guidance, and Engineering execution within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
  • Demonstrated experience in Aircraft Integration and Test & Delivery.
  • Previous experience defining, allocating, decomposing, managing, and verifying requirements.
  • Experience utilizing standard Microsoft Office suite of applications as well as DOORS®, JIRA, Visio, TeamCenter PLM, Cameo System Modeler, et al.
  • Ability to travel as needed based on business demands.

Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Experience conducting First Article verification testing.
  • Experience using MBSE methodology.
  • Experience communicating with Subcontractors, U.S. Government Customers, and internal & external Customer Stakeholders.
  • Experience with FAA (STC) and Military (MTC) certification activities
  • Experience with civil and commercial avionics systems, as well as commercial aircraft communication systems.
  • Experience with the DMSMS process.

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