Communications Lead Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Job Title: Lead, Crypto-Communications Security Systems Engineer
Job Code: 39651
Job Location: San Diego, California
Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)

Job Description:

Lead development teams in defining requirements and conceptualizing communications system architectures for NSA certified cryptographic products. Serve as the primary responsible engineer for product certification to common NSA requirements including IASRD and SERD 2.0. Perform key program duties of either Systems, Hardware Design, Software Design or Firmware Design Engineering. 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:

• COMSEC Design for NSA Products: 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.
• 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 5 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 3 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Experience in product certification to NSA standards such as IASRD and SERD 2.0.
• Experience with one of the following engineering functions in encrypted communications products:
• Systems Engineering
• Electronic Hardware Design
• Firmware Design
• Software Design
• Experience in cryptographic algorithms and protocols
• Active SECRET clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

• CTP II Certification
• Experience with TEMPEST product qualification testing
• Experience evaluating requirements and writing technical proposals
• 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.

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