Lead Systems Engineering

Job Title: Lead, Systems Engineering (I&T IPT Lead) Job Code: 10119 Job Location: Van Nuys, CA Job Description: L3Harris is looking for an Integration & Test Integrated Product Team Lead with comprehensive knowledge of Radar Systems and in-depth knowledge of project management. Essential Functions: Responsible for the system level integration and/or test, ensuring electrical and physical compatibility to meet program technical, schedule and cost objectives. Responsible for test and/or integration of electromechanical systems from the system design phase through development, documentation, installation and sell-off of the completed system. Integration responsibilities may include development and implementation of integration plans and procedures for hardware, software, and facilities.
Responsible for the physical and electrical compatibility of functional interfaces and first article product integration, ensuring seamless interface between the design and production of systems. Testing responsibilities may include requirements analysis for testability issues.
Develops and implements system level test programs, plans, specifications, procedures and customer acceptance.
Plans and leads test working groups, test readiness reviews. Conducts testability and producibility analyses and reviews.
Direct interface with program management, CSE & customer regarding all Integration verification planning
Takes direct role at program status meetings, reviews, anomaly investigations & other issues
Accountable to the program manager & CSE for top level planning of all assembly & integration and efforts & related verification activities
Creates initial, top level test flow & test approach
Develops System Level I&T Plans for products and programs
Accountable to the program manager & Chief System Engineer for top level planning of all integration and test efforts & related verification activities
Collaborates with Systems to define Requirements Verification Matrices (RVMs) which balances capabilities, cost and efficiency of verification (test vs. analysis)
Interfaces with all subject matter experts on test implementation strategy
Supports and Oversees specific test events related to the overall system and various products
Responsible for troubleshooting failures of the tests, based on test plan inputs provided by the SEIT lead and test architect
Responsible for completion of specific test configuration details, test procedure development, implementation & checkout of STE, test sets & test set software checkout, analysis tools evaluation
May be responsible for TRR planning, execution and follow up actions
Responsible to support the directing of test activities, including supporting shift planning
Solid understanding of various testing tools and techniques; may be a SME in a particular area of test
Identify risks & opportunities for specific test activities
Work with and influence system engineering & design on architecture(s) and interfaces to optimize & include test capabilities early in the development life cycle
Able to work with systems and design engineering to identify STE/GSE requirements that will satisfy testing requirements, as well as reuse options
Evaluate/Define STE requirements (hardware & software) needed for verification of System level requirements
Ensure full compliance with L3Harris policies and procedures. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
7+ years experience with using high-speed digital and RF test equipment (network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, power meters, oscilloscope, logic analyzers, etc.).
7+ years experience in RF or Digital engineering (MW MCAs, FPGAs, CCAs, PWBs, etc.) and troubleshooting techniques, tools, and process.
5+ years experience supporting manufacturing production of electronic devices; preferably in the Radar Systems industry.
3+ years experience as a Technical Team Lead / Integrated Project Team Lead (IPTL).
Prior experience generating presentations and briefing internal and external customers.
Prior experience executing throughout the full System lifecycle including requirements flow down and allocation, design, development, test, and sell-off.
Active US DOD SECRET security clearance
Preferred Additional Skills: Prior experience as a cost account manager (CAM) or similar role responsible for managing time and labor budgets.
Excellent organization skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a technical information environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Prior experience in Radar Systems or related industry
Previous experience supporting DoD/government customers
Military Hardware Environmental and Electrical Qualification
Familiarity with Mil-STD 810g and Mil-STD 461g Testing and Analysis
Experience with OSHA requirements and ESD best practices
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $122,500 - $227,500. 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.