Level 3 Communications, Inc

Senior Specialist, Systems Engineering

Level 3 Communications, Inc$92K — $171K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant field with 6 years of experience or Master's Degree with 4 years, or 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
  • 2+ years working directly with DOD system requirements development or sustainment.
  • 1+ years experience with Atlassian tools like Jira and Confluence.
  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Translate customer needs into system requirements and manage their lifecycle traceability.
  • Control technical baselines by developing and managing system documentation.
  • Utilize RF systems knowledge for system design and verification support.
  • Develop system architecture models using tools such as Cameo or MagicDraw.
  • Create and manage interface documentation like ICDs and IDDs.
  • Conduct systems engineering tasks around obsolescence including trade studies and lifecycle assessments.
  • Produce and update Air Force Technical Orders and integrate with information system network architecture.

Benefits

  • Health and disability insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Education assistance
  • Parental leave
  • Paid time off
  • Company-paid holidays
Full Job Description
Job Title: Senior Specialist, Systems Engineering

Job Code: 43361

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking a senior professional with strong knowledge is system engineering to support the CMSS program in its Surveillance Systems division, with sustainment of the current block 10.2 weapons system, and future sustainment of Meadowlands. The systems engineer will be responsible for managing complex projects or processes with general oversight, leading technical design management and obsolescence systems design, development, and testing. The individual should be versed in the complete design life cycle.

Essential Functions:
  • Translate customer capability needs into system requirements and manage allocation and traceability across the lifecycle
  • Maintain and control technical baselines through consistent development and management of system documentation
  • Apply working knowledge of RF systems, components, and test capabilities to support system design and verification
  • Develop and maintain system architecture models using tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, or similar platforms
  • Create, update, and manage interface documentation, including ICDs and IDDs
  • Perform systems engineering tasks related to obsolescence, including trade studies, requirement comparisons, and lifecycle impact assessments
  • Generate and update Air Force Technical Orders and support integration activities with a high-level understanding of information system network architecture
  • Communicate effectively across functions and collaborate closely with Integrated Product Teams in an Agile environment


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant field and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or a Master's Degree in revlevant field and 4 years of related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
  • 2+ years of experience working directly with requirements in either development or sustainment of a DOD system
  • 1+ years of experience with Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, etc.)
  • Must possess and be able to maintain an active Top Secret Security Clearance


Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Direct experience with Electronic Warfare weapon systems and their operation
  • Familiarity with the Systems Engineering Technical Review processes and ability to tailor
  • Experience modeling with Cameo Enterprise Architecture, MagicDraw (No Magic, Inc.) or other architecture modeling tools


In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado state is $92,500-$171,500. 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.

The application window for this position will close on 11/1/2026.

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