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Lead, Crypto-Communications Security SystemsEngineer
San Diego, CAApril 7th, 2026
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: Lead, Crypto/Communications
Security Systems
EngineerJob Code:
33677Job Location: San Diego,
CaliforniaJob Schedule: 9/80 (Every other
Friday off!) Job Description:
Lead development teams in defining
requirements and conceptualizing communications system
architectures. Guide the team through the preparation and
presentation of system requirements reviews, ensuring that all
aspects are thoroughly covered.Responsibilities include coordinating
with design teams to ensure the architecture and system design meet
the intended requirements, fostering efficient collaboration and
alignment. Prepare and present technical data at both internal and
customer reviews, clearly communicating technical details and
project progress. Leverage L3Harris's expertise and capabilities,
exploring ways to apply our advanced solutions to new challenges.
This position may require travel up to 10% of the time, enabling
engagement directly with stakeholders and support various project
needs on-site. Essential
Functions:
• RF System Design for
COMSEC and Information Assurance: Develop and oversee the design and
architecture of complex systems, ensuring they meet all technical
requirements and specifications.• Project Leadership:
Lead
multi-disciplinary engineering teams through the entire systems
engineering lifecycle, from concept development to system
deployment and maintenance.• Requirements
Management: Analyze, interpret, and document system requirements.
Ensure all requirements are met throughout the design and
implementation process.• Integration and
Verification: Oversee the integration of various system components
and ensure they work together seamlessly. Plan and conduct system
verification and validation activities to ensure the system meets
all required performance and reliability
standards.• Risk Management: Identify potential risks throughout
the system's lifecycle and develop mitigation strategies to address
these risks effectively.• Process Development
and Improvement: Develop, implement, and continuously improve systems
engineering processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and
improve quality.• Customer and Stakeholder Interaction:
Engage with
customers and other stakeholders to understand their needs and
ensure their requirements are incorporated into the system design.
Communicate project status and technical information
effectively.• Innovation and Problem Solving:
Lead efforts to
innovate and improve existing systems. Resolve complex technical
issues that arise during the design, development, or deployment
phases.• Performance Analysis:
Conduct
performance analysis and modeling to predict and verify system
behavior under various conditions.• Collaboration and
Coordination: Coordinate with other engineering disciplines,
including hardware, software, and mechanical engineers, to ensure
integrated system
solutions.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.• 9 years of experience in RF
Design and Architecture with a focus on Cryptography/Information
Assurance.• 5 years of experience with
system-level design, integration, testing and certification of
cryptographic devices.• 5 years of
experience in cryptographic algorithms and protocols•
5 years of experience with standard lab equipment,
including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, signal generators, and
signal analyzers• Active SECRET
clearance• Ability to obtain TS
clearance Preferred Additional
Skills: • Graduate Degree and a
minimum of 7 years of prior related
experience• Experience evaluating requirements and
writing technical proposals• Excellent written and
verbal communication skills• Proficient with
Microsoft Office Suite tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and
Visio.• Experience in requirements definition
and allocation, RF communications design of wideband links and
satellite to ground interface• Cognizance of impacts
of Information Assurance requirements on communications systems
implementations• Satellite link budget
analysis• Understanding of satellite
CONOPS• An active Top Secret or TS/SCI
clearance In compliance with pay transparency
requirements, the salary range for this role in California is
$125,000 – $232,000. 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.LI-TP1L3Harris
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
conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual
orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic
information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in
any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris
maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment
substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by
law.Please be aware many of our positions
require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security
clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition,
applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be
subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet
eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
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understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your
resume, as well as any other related personal information or
documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated
companies for the purpose of considering you for other available
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