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Scientist, Systems Engineering (Detection Algorithm Development): Sign-on bonus ($50k max)

Date Posted: Sep 29, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD

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    Location Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Dec 28, 2026

Job Description

Overview

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 is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. 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: Scientist, Systems Engineering (Detection Algorithm Development): Sign-on bonus ($50k max) Job Code: 41811 Job Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off) Sign-On Bonus: A sign-on bonus of up to $50K may be included as part of an offer package for this level Job Description: The ideal candidate for this position has extensive knowledge of EO/IR image / video processing techniques that can be implemented in low size, weight, and power (SWaP) space systems. Candidate will provide direct contributions and act as a technical lead for algorithm development, analysis, integration into flight hardware, on-orbit troubleshooting, and future pursuits. Algorithm performance plays a key role in all stages of program life cycle. Candidate needs to be comfortable working with end customers to understand requirements and capabilities define and run trade studies to meet customer requirements. Candidate will also work closely with other systems engineers to define CONOPs, ICDs, and implementation requirements. This position is in Fort Wayne: Essential Functions: Lead/support development of image and video processing algorithm solutions for space based EO/IR systems Lead/support analysis of image and video processing algorithms in support of system level trade studies, requirement compliance and system characterization. Perform modeling & simulation activities to accurately model Earth observing EO/IR systems in LEO, MEO, and GEO. Support systems engineering trade studies, CONOP development, and modeling/simulation efforts Implement custom and OpenCV-based image/video processing algorithms in FPGAs, GPUs, or embedded systems Perform rapid complex trade studies assessing a variety of algorithms to achieve optimal performance. Comfortable using tools such as NumPy, SciPy, scikit-learn, PyTorch, CV2, CUDA. Familiar with Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) imagery and phenomenology Develop and improve instrument documentation, processes, and test procedures Support concept of operation development and requirements analysis, decomposition, and generation at various levels of the system Support requirements traceability and development of test plans to cover requirements Support integration and test of electro-optical/infrared systems and related hardware/software Provide support to engineering in developing technical specifications, interface control documents, test plans and procedures, and test conformance to specifications Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in engineering and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience. 5+ years experience in Python, C/C++, or VHDL Professional experience implementing image/video processing algorithms in FPGAs, GPUs, or embedded systems Preferred Additional Skills: Strong background in mathematics or physics Experience developing embedded software / firmware Ability to read/write C/C++ software Inter-personal and communication skills, ability to interact with a cross functional team Ability to collaborate across all levels of leadership Able to work with general dir

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Melbourne, Florida, United States of America

L3Harris Technologies is a leader in defense technology, dedicated to recruiting and developing passionate, high-performing talent. The company fosters an inclusive environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life balance. L3Harris is... Read More

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