Scientist, Systems Engineer TSSCI

Job Title: Scientist Systems Engineering

Job Code: 29806

Job Location: Colorado Springs CO; Herndon VA; or Palm Bay FL

Job Schedule: Standard 9/80

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies has an opening for a Scientist Systems Engineer (Geolocation and Tracking) to join our Mission Analysis Group (MAG). The selected candidate will work in a fast-paced environment with a diverse collaborative geographically dispersed team to develop various analytic toolsets focused on constructive simulation and experimentation across multi-domains for a variety of customers both internal and external contracts. Toolsets are used in a variety of simulation events ranging from customer engagement proposal support to advanced concept exploration.

Essential Functions:

• Analysis and development of algorithms for signal processing time-frequency analysis target geo-location and tracking data association detection estimation and optimization
• Design multi-domain simulation capabilities in Matlab C Python AFSIM STK in support of MAG Technology and Mission Roadmaps Internal Research and Development efforts and Programs of record
• Integrate other Government-off-the-Shelf (GOTS) and Customer-off-the-Shelf (COTS) simulations frameworks models and analytic toolsets to existing S/W infrastructure i.e. Matlab C Python AFSIM STK
• Build and maintain analytic toolsets representing each phase of the find fix target track engage and assess (F2T2EA) chain using sensor effects and communications technologies including decision support aids i.e. data visualization Unity-game engines to support operations assessment as well as lessons learned development/refinement experience
• Document model specifications for establishing a repository of simulation capabilities frameworks algorithms system models analytic toolsets etc. for reuse at multiple classification levels while maintain configuration management protocols
• Support programs and pursuits by creating models simulations and analysis products. Determine requirements develop simulation software troubleshoot existing simulation capabilities and create software designs and test plans
• Support requirements development system verification and concept of operations (CONOPS) development as well as work with Technical Leaders & SMEs to ensure modeling simulation analysis capabilities meet operational mission requirements
• Develop new simulation capabilities and processes for employment enhance current analytic toolset
• Support internal and external technical expo/roadshows by providing knowledge sharing of signature simulation capabilities and products
• Support knowledge transfer i.e. coaching and mentorship of Junior technical talent across the MAG

Qualifications:

• Must have and be able to maintain a DoD TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance
• Bachelors Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience in STEM fields or closely related field and 12 years of simulation software engineering experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of computer simulation software architecture and operating systems
• Proven to develop test and field highly technical algorithms for signal analysis and implementation in mission analysis models
• Possess working knowledge of Kalman Filtering and Estimation Theory
• Experience developing simulation capabilities in Gov/Industry MS&A analytic tools and frameworks
• Experience with scripting languages such as Anaconda with Python simulation code development in Matlab C Python AFSIM STK
• Agile development methodology and Atlassian tools: JIRA Confluence etc.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Previous partnering experience with academic institutions FFRDCs and industry
• Systems analysis modeling simulation algorithm development
• Tracking and location algorithms to include Direction of Arrival (DOA) Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA) Frequency Difference of Arrival (FDOA)
• Prior experience with JavaScript MySQL
• Prior experience with operator in the loop virtual simulation
• Prior experience with DevOps technologies such as virtualization scripting Git testing and automation
• Prior experience with machine learning data analysis and advanced algorithm design and development
• Strong depth of knowledge in programming languages compilers and application execution
• Advanced domain knowledge with one or more of the following: aerodynamic systems orbital mechanics signal processing sensor systems and RF or EO/IR physics
• Advanced simulation software development experience in any Gov/Industry MS&A analytic tools: Matlab C Python AFSIM STK
• Target geo-location and tracking algorithm development
• Estimation theory and inverse problems
• Data association and track fusion
• Kinematic modeling
• Navigation and transfer alignment algorithm development
• MATLAB programming and simulation

In compliance with pay transparency requirements the salary range for this role in Colorado State Hawaii Illinois Maryland Minnesota Vermont New Jersey and New York State is $130500-$242500. For California Seattle Washington D.C. Maryland Greater Washington D.C. area the city of Denver Washington State and New York City the salary range for this role is $150000-$278000. 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 requisition is anticipated to close August 30 2025.