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Lead, Systems Engineer- Control Systems Analysis

L3HARRIS Technologies

Huntsville, AL · Posted September 23, 2026

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Job Title: Lead, Systems Engineer - Control Systems Analysis

Job Code: 42123

Job Location: Huntsville, AL or Sacramento, CA

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

The Missile Solutions Missile Propulsion sector is seeking an experienced Control Systems Analysis Engineer to join our Systems Engineering organization. This engineering role primarily involves modeling and analysis of multiple ongoing and future controllable solid propulsion / throttling solid rocket technology development programs.

Essential Functions:

Dynamic modeling and simulation, control algorithm design and development of propulsion systems.

Actuation system modeling and analysis.

Steady state and transient performance modeling and analysis.

Modeling and analysis in Matlab/Simulink and C/C++.

Support development of rocket propulsion hardware and software requirements, including coordination of derivation of internal requirements allocation.

Support propulsion system testing, including test plan and test procedure development, pre-test predictions, integration of electronic test support equipment, and development of test-related software.

Support coordination with avionics and software engineering.

Perform test data analysis.

Mentoring and Training of early career team members.

Travel: 10% - Offsite testing.

Ability to obtain a US secret security clearance.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior Systems Engineer/Analysis experience; or a Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior Systems Engineer/Analysis experience; or in lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior Systems Engineer/Analysis experience.

3 years control system analysis experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Bachelors' Degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems Engineering or related technical discipline is preferred.

Active US secret security clearance is preferred.

Experience working in a classified environment is desired.

Expertise with Matlab/Simulink, C/C++, control theory, and propulsion theory is highly desired.

Propulsion system experience (propulsion system controls, design, integration, testing).

Experience in post-test data analysis.

Demonstrated leadership competency and solid communication skills, in both verbal and written.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for California, the salary range for this role is $127,500 - $236,500. 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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