Software Engineer (Remote)

## About the RoleL3Harris Technologies is seeking a Sr Specialist, Integrated Project Team Lead (IPTL) Mechanical Engineer to support complex optical, electrical, and mechanical assemblies within its Space Systems Sector. This role provides subassembly and system integration and test engineering execution across the full program lifecycle, from proposals and system architecture through requirements definition, design, hardware development, integration, testing, delivery, and final documentation.The successful candidate will combine mechanical engineering expertise with technical leadership and project execution skills. The role involves managing technical, cost, and schedule performance, leading engineering teams, supporting manufacturing and integration activities, managing risks and opportunities, and communicating project status to internal and external customers.## Key Responsibilities* Lead and contribute to engineering activities across the full program lifecycle, including proposals, system architecture, requirements definition, concept development, trade studies, design optimization, hardware development, integration, testing, delivery, and final design documentation.* Serve as a technical and team leader within a larger program team.* Apply engineering standards, principles, and techniques to complex payloads and space vehicle systems.* Support customer technical, cost, and schedule requirements.* Develop and maintain project schedules.* Align resources and skill sets with project requirements.* Track budgets and monitor cost and schedule performance.* Maintain awareness of earned value and program performance.* Identify, track, mitigate, manage, and disposition program risks and opportunities.* Lead engineering activities involving material selection, manufacturing, assembly, integration, testing, and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA).* Apply 3D modeling and mechanical analysis skills to engineering activities.* Coordinate with resource managers, supervisors, and functional organizations to support staffing, reviews, approvals, and material availability.* Prepare and present project status, financial, and technical updates to internal and external customers.* Lead the program toward quarterly and annual financial commitments.* Align program execution with long-term business-area strategy.* Adapt to changing customer priorities and support quick-reaction engineering efforts.* Collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary engineering and functional teams.* Support conflict management, technical communication, and project coordination.## Required Qualifications* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline from an ABET-accredited program and at least 6 years of prior relevant experience.* OR a graduate degree and at least 4 years of prior related experience.* OR, in lieu of a degree, at least 10 years of prior related experience.* Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.* 4+ years of experience with mechanical detailed design, new product development, manufacturing processes, and MCAD modeling tools.* Experience managing technical, cost, and schedule performance in a professional setting.* Professional experience leading a technical team.## Preferred Qualifications* Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.* Project Management certification.* Experience with optical payload integration and testing.* Experience with space vehicle integration and testing.* Experience integrating and testing complex optical, mechanical, and electrical systems.* Experience integrating hardware and software systems.* Experience with end-to-end electrical system testing.* Experience with space vehicle-level integration and testing.* Experience working closely with customers, Business Development, and functional disciplines.* Proven track record in long-term planning and attention to detail.* Knowledge of government contracting practices.* Knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).* Ability to build broad, cooperative relationships across groups and individuals without direct authority.* Ability to learn quickly and adjust to changing project needs.## Skills & Competencies* Mechanical engineering* Aerospace engineering* Mechanical detailed design* New product development* MCAD modeling* 3D modeling* Mechanical analysis* Manufacturing processes* Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA)* Optical/mechanical/electrical systems* System integration and testing* Space vehicle systems* Technical leadership* Engineering team leadership* Project execution* Schedule development and maintenance* Resource planning* Budget tracking* Cost and schedule performance* Risk and opportunity management* Earned Value Management* Long-term planning* Technical presentations* Financial reporting* Cross-functional collaboration* Customer communication* Conflict management* Problem-solving* Adaptability## Education & Experience**Education*** Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline from an ABET-accredited program is required with 6+ years of relevant experience.* A graduate degree may qualify with 4+ years of prior related experience.* In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of prior related experience is required.**Experience*** 4+ years of experience with mechanical detailed design, new product development, manufacturing processes, and MCAD modeling tools.* Experience managing technical, cost, and schedule performance.* Professional experience leading a technical team.* Overall relevant experience requirements vary based on education level as specified above.## Work Arrangement & Schedule* **Work Arrangement:** The provided source lists the job as Remote, while the detailed job description identifies the job location as Wilmington, MA. The source does not explicitly confirm whether the position is fully remote, hybrid, or onsite.* **Location:** Wilmington, Massachusetts, United States* **Employment Type:** Not specified in the provided job description.* **Schedule:** 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.* **Weekly Hours:** Not explicitly stated.* **Relocation:** Relocation assistance may be offered to qualified applicants.* **Weekend Requirements:** Not specified.## Compensation & Benefits* **Salary Range:** $102,000–$189,000 for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C., Denver, or NYC areas.* **Sign-on Bonus:** Up to $20,000 may be included as part of an offer package for this level.* **Benefits:** Health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.* Specific benefit programs and options may vary based on date of hire, schedule type, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.## Compliance / Additional InformationThe ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance is required. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants accepting a conditional offer may be subject to government security investigations and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.L3Harris Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants are considered without regard to protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law.L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and may conduct pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law.L3Harris is an E-Verify Employer. By submitting a resume, applicants agree that L3Harris may share their resume and related information with subsidiaries and affiliated companies for consideration for other available positions.