Lead, Systems Engineering
Listed on 2026-03-12
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Title:
Lead, Systems Engineering Job Number: 34104
Job Location:
Yorba Linda, CA
Job Schedule:
4/10 Job Description
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Harris 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. L3
Harris 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.
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Harris 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.
The Lead, Systems Engineer is a senior professional with strong knowledge of job area and broad knowledge of project management. The ideal candidate for this position will be proficient in most aspects of the systems engineering process, will have direct experience designing and testing complex systems, and will be comfortable coordinating and leading teams of technical personnel. Communicates within and outside of own function or business area and has responsibility for communicating with parties external to the organization (e.g., customers, vendors, etc.)
when necessary. Identifies and addresses changes within own job area. Works to achieve operational targets with direct impact on the departmental results. Work consists of making moderate to substantial improvement or enhancements to systems and processes to improve performance of job area. Problems are generally solved through creative solutions, drawing from prior experience and in‑depth analysis of issues.
The Range and Test Solutions business area is responsible for sustaining and upgrading flight test instrumentation including Underwater Acoustics, Telemetry, Communications, Data Recording systems, and/or Radar.
Essential Functions- Support digital engineering and Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- Generation of requirements specifications
- Generation of functional block diagrams, use‑case diagrams, etc.
- Integration and test planning, including generation of plans and procedures.
- Interfacing with the other engineering disciplines (e.g. mechanical, project, etc.) to ensure proper coordination of the systems aspects of the project.
- Generate and/or update drawings, parts lists, Engineering Orders, wiring lists, diagrams, and schematics.
- Generation of Engineering Change Orders
- Creation and presentation of design review materials
- Verification of system interfaces
- Must have the ability to travel.
- Work to influence others to accept individual or team’s views or practices and changes to concepts, practices, and approaches.
- 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.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance
- 5+ years of direct Engineering experience
- Direct experience working with at least one of the following technologies:
Underwater Acoustics, Telemetry, Communications, Data Recording systems, and/or Radar.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated initiative, drive, and interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with DOORS requirements management software
- Familiarity with Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Power Point
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C., Denver, or NYC areas is Min $ - $ Max. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $ Min - $ Max. 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.
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