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Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Minimum $10k Sign-On Bonus)

L3HARRIS Technologies

Camden, NJ · Posted October 14, 2026

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About the job

Job Title: Senior Embedded Software Engineer – SMES Level

Job Code: 46139

Job Location: Camden, NJ-Relocation packages available for qualified candidates.

Schedule: 9/80 reg with every other Friday off

Based in the historic L3Harris Camden Waterfront Campus !

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level and be a part of something truly extraordinary? Join our trailblazing team in the Philadelphia metro area, where you'll dive into the thrilling world of high-assurance encryption products and programs that are pivotal to national defense. Our rapidly expanding business is not just growing—it's exploding with opportunities for innovation and impact in network and tactical encryption products and systems. Imagine working on the front lines of technology, developing state-of-the-art solutions that safeguard our nation's security. You'll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, in an environment that champions creativity and excellence. If you're passionate about tackling complex challenges and eager to contribute to groundbreaking projects that make a real difference to our warfighters, citizens, and nation; this is your chance to shine. Apply now and embark on this exhilarating journey with us, shaping the future of defense technology!

Job Description:

L3Harris Integrated Mission Systems is seeking a Software Engineer. Responsibilities include the translation of requirements into working and maintainable solutions for our Integrated Systems & Encryption division . The selected candidate will apply technical proficiency across various stages of our SDLC, gather requirements and work closely with stakeholders to prioritize and scope tasks. The selected candidate will be working as a key team member on a Scrum team and will be instrumental in setting our direction and strategy for product and infrastructure development.

Essential Functions

Support the engineering team members as a subject matter expert in embedded software application development, through guidance and direction to one or more software engineers

Investigate root cause of complex issues, and implement solutions, working independently or with a multi-discipline team

Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software for the target hardware

Work closely with cross functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware and software, and operational performance requirements and design of the overall system

Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, hardware-software integration, and formal test

Develop software test plans and procedures, and other relevant technical documentation

Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, prototype, and evaluate results

Participate in peer reviews, identify, track and repair defects

Utilize a variety of software languages (primarily C/C++ and Python), implementing software for embedded real time operating systems

Requirements

U.S. citizenship with a Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

6+ years of experience developing applications on simulated and target hardware

Usage of a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS), such as Green Hills Integrity, VxWorks, or similar

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Additional Skills

Object-oriented design and implementation experience, with exposure to software modeling and UML tools such as IBM Rhapsody or MagicDraw/Cameo

Experience developing device drivers and Board Support Packages for real time embedded systems

Experience with Modern C++ techniques

Experience with Information Assurance and/or cryptography

Experience with NSA Type 1 certification or other SW certification such as DO-178

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $105,000 - $175,000. 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 relocation stipend, 401(k), EAP, 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.