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Senior Specialist Systems Engineering (Orbital Analyst Trainer)

  2025-07-10     L3Harris Technologies     all cities,CA  
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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Systems Engrg (Orbital Analyst Trainer)

Job Code: 25409

Job Location: Vandenberg SFB, CA

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies currently has an opening for an Orbital Analyst at Vandenberg SFB, CA. The Analyst will be a member of a dynamic team supporting cutting edge systems for the space industry and will support satellite space situational awareness (SSA) activities, primarily as an Orbital/Operations Analyst as part of National Security program at Vandenberg SFB. The Analyst will operate orbit determination and satellite characterization systems utilizing data from a variety of phenomenology's (radar, passive RF, optical). In addition, it requires knowledge of analytical prediction and use of analytical tools, such as Freeflyer, STK, and MATLAB to calculate orbit trajectories, maneuvers, and to establish design reference missions.

We have a long history of innovative and exceptional performance; we have earned our place as a trusted provider to our customers. In this position, you will bring your orbital analyst background to a system engineering role where you can make a broad impact on programs and projects that are critical to our customers.

Essential Functions:

  • Responsible for algorithm development, quantitative analysis, orbit determination, decision analysis, capability analysis, system engineering requirements analysis and trade studies, analyses of alternatives, design of experiments, and architecture analysis.
  • Support programs by creating models, simulations, and analysis tools to support national security space analysis activities.
  • Collaborate with software development teams to implement and validate models, ultimately resulting in user capabilities.
  • Develop new algorithms and processes, enhance current tool capabilities, and perform analyses.
  • Interaction with customers and provides input to project managers on programmatic and technical deliverables under guidance of senior technical personnel.
  • May act as a technical lead for limited aspects of a project.


Qualifications:

  • Active TS/SCI Clearance required.
  • Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior related 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.
  • 2+ Educator experience (classroom instruction, courseware development, student assessment)
  • 2+ Experience of Space Domain Awareness mission.
  • 2+ Experience with Astrodynamics Support Workstation (ASW) (operations, testing)
  • 2+ Experience with Spacecraft Operations/Orbit Analysis


Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Experience with STK/Astrogator, Astrodynamics Standards, SOAP, Pro Engineer.
  • Experience with MATLAB, Python, Java, Parallel Computing, UNIX/Linux.
  • Experience in supporting modeling, simulation, and analysis of national security space related problems desired.
  • Experience working with JSON and XML files often used for data exchange and API definitions.
  • Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite programs, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Knowledge of ephemeris and orbit determination.


In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California is $104,500 - $193,500. 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.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Information Technology
  • Industries

    Defense and Space Manufacturing

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