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Emphasis will be on waveform design and digital signal processing for digital communications. Other responsibilities will include high-level design, detailed design, simulation, implementation, testing and documentation. Experience with leading collaborative software design/development/test teams is expected. Experience with digital signal processing (DSP), embedded C++/C and MATLAB is expected. Experience working with Agile Scrum, and DevOps-based software development is desired. Experience in engineering requirements analysis, development, and testing is desired.\nEssential Functions:\nThe responsibilities and duties of this position include but are not limited to:\nResearch, design, develop, modify and evaluate embedded software for electronic or other communications systems in conjunction with hardware product development.\nLead and contribute to the execution of the assigned portion of the entire product development cycle in an Agile Scrum framework.\nPerform detailed analysis including: requirements analysis, use case scenarios, conceptual design, trade studies, test, operation, maintenance, and reliability analysis of radio communications products, internal subsystems, and external systems.\nWork with test, manufacturing, product and program management and others to define and execute radio product development and deliver high-quality radio products.\nEnsure the conversion of customer requirements, including informal requirements, into total systems solutions that balance the technical, schedule and cost constraints of the program.\nConsult with electrical engineers and other engineering staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software and operational performance requirements of the overall system.\nDevelop software system testing procedures and design documentation.\nExhibit effective interpersonal skills and the ability to convey technical matters in a clear and logical manner.\nHave the opportunity to stay up to date with the latest advancements in DSP technology and apply new techniques and methodologies.\nContribute to the strategic direction of DSP solutions and identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.\nWork closely with an Agile team of experienced software engineers on projects that involve the development and analysis of innovative real-time signal processing solutions.\nAbility to Obtain US Security Clearance\nApproximately 10% travel required to the site for training purposes.\nQualifications:\nBachelors degree in Engineering discipline with a minimum 9 years of relevant experience developing real-time embedded software in C or C++. 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.\nPreferred Additional Skills:\nExperience developing designing, developing, and implementing DSP algorithms.\nExperience simulating and analyzing DSP algorithms.\nAbility to interpret hardware schematics, circuit designs, and datasheets.\nProficiency with multi-threaded, multi-core design and/or real-time operating systems.\nExperience with all phases of the software project development life cycle, including software analysis, design, development, testing (including software unit testing), and automation tools.\nExperience in Agile software development methodologies using an iterative, time-boxed development process (SCRUM).\nExperience/knowledge of Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) systems and software development processes or other defined SW development processes.\nStrong verbal and written communication skills.\nDemonstrated ability to analyze and debug software and related hardware issues.\nExperience working in or with FPGA design, development and test teams.\nRadio communications or IP networking experience.\nExperience with small team leadership including planning, coaching, tracking performance and identifying and applying course corrections to keep the team on track.\nIn compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C. area, Denver, or NYC areas is $135,000 - $250,500. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, Vermont and Virginia is $117,000 - $218,000. 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. 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