Lead, Software Engineer

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a seasoned Lead, Software Engineer to steer a self-starting, team-oriented full-stack development effort focused on satellite command and control systems. The role centers on building web-based, cloud-enabled solutions and applying modern DevOps practices within government programs. This onsite position supports teams in Colorado Springs, CO, with additional opportunity in Chantilly, VA, and emphasizes mentoring teammates while driving architectural adaptations across evolving baselines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate software for government programs using industry best practices and Agile methodologies.
• Provide development support for mission applications and frameworks.
• Be part of a development team that employs modern DevOps practices and a technology-enabled development infrastructure.
• Maintain and extend capabilities for deployed systems, diagnose issues, and provide end-user support as needed.
• Demonstrate technical initiative and a commitment to learning new skills and promoting innovative technologies.
• Mentor junior engineers on the job as needed.
• Adapt existing baselines to new architectures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline with at least 9 years of relevant experience; or a Graduate Degree with at least 7 years of related experience; or, without a degree, a minimum of 13 years of related experience.
• Active Top Secret Security Clearance

Technologies

• Java
• Python
• C#
• Docker
• Spring Boot
• ActiveMQ
• Astro UXDS
• Space OpsC2

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• EAP
• Education assistance
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays

Job Description

L3Harris Technologies is seeking self-starting, team-oriented Full-Stack Application Software Engineers to join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team. This group is at the forefront of satellite command and control systems, leveraging web technologies, distributed computing, cloud technologies, frameworks, and advanced capabilities. Successful candidates will contribute to developing and integrating mission-unique software with both existing and emerging technologies.

Job Location

Chantilly, VA or Colorado Springs, CO (onsite)

Job Code

35729

Job Schedule

9/80

Preferred Additional Skills

• Proven expertise in Agile Software Development Processes and Methodologies.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, and C# software development lifecycles.
• Proficiency in DevSecOps practices.
• Comprehensive understanding of software testing and quality assurance.
• Experience leading a development team using Scrum methodology.
• Experience in integrating, testing, and deploying software applications to operations.
• Proficiency with Docker containers.
• Active SCI clearance
• Experience with Space Domain Systems.
• Experience with Spring Boot framework.
• Experience with ActiveMQ Messaging Systems
• Expertise in algorithm development.
• Experience with Astro UXDS.
• Strong background in data management.
• Expertise in configuration management and version control.
• Experience with Space OpsC2 (Operations Command and Control) systems and procedures.
• Experience using a shared baseline on multiple development efforts concurrently.
• Experience working with a diverse, multi-site, multi-company team.