Specialist, Software Engineering

Company: L3Harris Technologies
Location: Yorba Linda
Posted on: March 13, 2026

Job Description:

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: Specialist , Software Engineering Job Number: 34111 Job Location: Yorba Linda, CA Job Schedule: 4/10 Clearance: Ability to Obtain and Maintain a Department of War Security Clearance Job Description: L3Harris Interstate Electronics Corporation is seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer to join our Navigation Solutions software development team. Successful candidates perform complex professional software engineering assignments requiring advanced problem solving skills. This requisition, and any potential offer, is contingent upon the award of government contracts and adherence to contract budgets. Essential Functions: Hands on embedded C/C++ development, including integrating and debugging on target hardware (typically 5 years’ experience) Embedded software design, development, and test Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills Experience in real-time development and architecture for GPS Receiver software Qualifications: Ability to obtain and hold a DoD SECRET clearance Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 3 years of prior related experience. 2 years of experience in working as a Team Lead, Technical Lead, and/or SME in fields of GPS/APNT Software experience with GPS User Equipment Experience in architecting, developing, and integrating real time embedded software for YMCA GPS User Equipment, including on target Hardware Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development methodology Working knowledge of signal selection, acquisition and tracking, Position, Velocity, and Time (PVT) calculation, data demodulation, signal correction, jamming and spoofing or related applications 5 years of platform experience using Linux/Windows, C, GCC 2 years of experience setting up and maintaining virtual machine environment 5 years of experience with Python and C Experience in inertial measurement units Hands-on experience with the following tools Jenkins Jira Crucible/Collaborator Visual Studio Code Bench Git Preferred Additional Skills: Experience in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and related toolchains Soft skills – communicating and working well with cross disicplines of h/w, systems, test) Familiar with Defense industry typical documentation and milestone reviews 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 $97,000.00 - $180,000.00 Max. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $84,500.00 Min - $157,500.00 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. 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-KM1 L3Harris 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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