Senior Specialist Software Engineering (Embedded)
L3HARRIS Technologies
Plano, TX · Posted September 22, 2026
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About the job
Job Title: Senior Specialist, Software Engineering (Embedded)
Job Code: 44935
Job Location: Plano, TX
Job Schedule: 9/80 - Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
As a Senior Specialist, Software Engineer (Embedded), you will be responsible for supporting and leading the development and execution of software on the embedded targeted hardware. You will be responsible for designing the software per requirements documents and system level design documents. There will be a focus to interface with the test engineers to influence test automation.
The Agile Development Group (ADG) division specializes in developing disruptive, next-generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV), advanced radar systems, next-generation weapon systems, and other RF sensor technologies using small company agility and big company experience.
Essential Functions:
Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software for the targeted embedded hardware
Advanced skills in modern C++, implementing software for embedded Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
Work closely with cross functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware, firmware and software, and operational performance requirements and design of the overall system
Investigate root cause of complex issues, and implement solutions, working independently or with a multi-discipline team
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
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of War Security Clearance
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
· Minimum of 6 years experience in computer/software engineering field
· Minimum of 6 years C++ development in a professional environment
Preferred Additional Skills:
· Familiarity with Greenhills RTOS
· Experience developing device drivers and Board Support Packages for real time embedded systems
· Experience with Modern C++ techniques
· Experience with Agile Scrum/Kanban development processes and procedures
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