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Sr. Specialist, Software Engineering

Date Posted: Jul 28, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD

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    Location Stoney Creek, Alabama, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Oct 26, 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 : Senior Specialist, Software Engineering Job Code : 38205 Job Location : Huntsville, AL - HQ Job Schedule : 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off Job Description: L3Harris Missile Solutions segment is seeking a Senior Specialist, Software Engineer in Huntsville, AL , to develop real-time embedded control software and application software for defense propulsion systems. This hands-on role supports the full software lifecycle-including requirements, design, implementation, and testing-in a fast-paced laboratory environment and may include support for live hot-fire engine tests. Essential Functions: • 90% - Contribute to a software development team responsible for requirements analysis, design, implementation, unit testing, and integration of embedded real-time control and/or application software. Develop software documentation, support internal and customer reviews of software work products, and assist with preparation for program milestone reviews.• 10% - Support software process improvement by analyzing software metrics, identifying process gaps, developing and evaluating improvement options, refining metric definitions and collection methods, and assessing industry tools and resources to advance the growth and maturity of the software organization.• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (U.S. Citizenship required).• Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information; dual citizenship may preclude meeting this requirement.• Travel up to 10% may be required to support test activities. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience; or a graduate degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. Preferred Additional Skills: • 6+ years of experience in embedded real-time software development• 6+ years of experience developing software in C/C++• Strong written and verbal communication skills• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment• Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) experience (NI Linux, Integrity, Red Hat Linux, QNX)• Experience with communication protocols (1553, TCP/IP, RS-422, SPI)• Experience with UML and design tools (Enterprise Architect, Rhapsody, Cameo)• Hardware and software integration experience• Working knowledge of laboratory test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies)• Familiarity with software development IDEs and lifecycle management tools• Understanding of CMMI Level 3 or higher software processes 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 con

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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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