Hiring: Sr. Associate, Systems Engineering Company: L3Harris Technologies Location: Los Angeles, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 18:23:15 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Aerospace Engineering, Change Management, Requirements Management, Risk Management, Security Clearance, Segment, Systems Engineering About the job Experience: •2 years of relevant industry experience in systems engineering, preferably in the aerospace or defense sectors. Specifically, Systems Engineering (requirements management, risk management, product development cycle) disciplines and liquid rocket propulsion strongly desired. •At least 2 years of relevant industry experience in systems engineering, preferably in the aerospace or defense sectors. Specifically, Systems Engineering (requirements management, risk management, product development cycle) disciplines and liquid rocket propulsion strongly desired. Required Skills: •Candidates interested in applying for this position should have a background in systems engineering and an understanding of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). This role demands meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage projects under general supervision. •Specify Requirements: Develop comprehensive system requirements for the specification, design, and verification of propulsion systems, including applicable industry standards. •Integration: Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure requirements are met during the design and verification phases. •Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completion. •Communication: Present findings and updates in written reports and oral presentations to stakeholders at various levels. •Functional Analysis (15%): Performs functional analysis and coordinates system trade studies. Coordinates selection of optimized concept baselines through benefit/cost trades in support of definition of system architecture and objectives. •Risk Coordination (15%): Coordinates project risk and opportunity assessment and management and prepares and reports results on mitigation plans. May direct, coordinate and review the work of a small staff of engineers and/or technicians; estimates personnel needs and schedules and assigns work to meet completion date. •Communication (10%): Communicates results in oral presentations and written communication. Represents the organization in meetings/teleconferences to resolve important questions and to plan and coordinate work. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 0-2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience. •Advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred. •0-2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience. •2 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 0-2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience. •Minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 0-2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience. Compensation: •$80,500 - $149,500 / year •L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!