L3Harris Technologies is hiring a Software Engineer in Herndon, Virginia, offering an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to build and support software solutions in the aerospace, defense, and technology industry. With a salary range of approximately $97,000–$116,000 per year, this role is a strong fit for candidates with software engineering skills who want to contribute to mission-critical technology projects.
Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | L3Harris Technologies |
| Role | Software Engineer |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field; relevant software development experience |
| Job Location | Herndon, VA, USA |
| Salary | $97,000–$116,000 per year |
| Work Type | On-site / Hybrid, depending on position requirements |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Job Level | Entry Level |
| Industry | Aerospace & Defense / Technology |
Job Description
- Be responsible for software development support for Linux and/or Windows applications.
- Applications are primarily military mission systems or image processing desktop applications.
- Hardware communications interfacing experience is a plus.
- Be hard working, technically competent, possess pride in ownership and a good work ethic.
- Have a strong desire to learn, possess good interpersonal skills and decision making/critical thinking skills.
- Be dynamic and adaptable to change.
- Set the highest ethical standards for self and others.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- To be eligible, applicants must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or related field or have completed their Bachelor’s degree within the last 12 months, regardless of age.
Preferred Skills:
- Software development/maintenance experience.
- C, C++, VC++ and/or Java experience
- Window OS experience.
- Applicant must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.
- Familiarity with software patterns and/or modern design methodology
- Object-Oriented Design and Analysis
- GUI design and development experience
- Familiarity with software lifecycle process.
- Hardware communications interfacing experience
- Containerization (i.e. Docker, Kubernetes) experience
- GPU development experience is a plus. I.e. CUDA
Selection Process
- Application submission and resume screening
- Initial recruiter or HR screening
- Technical interview and skills assessment
- Hiring manager interview
- Additional team or technical interviews, if required
- Background check and employment verification
- Final selection and job offer
How to Apply
- Review the Software Engineer job requirements and qualifications.
- Prepare an updated resume highlighting your software development experience and technical skills.
- Submit your application through the official L3Harris Technologies careers portal or the designated job application page.
- Complete any required assessments or screening questions.
- Attend the interview stages if shortlisted.
- Complete the required background and employment verification process.
- Review and accept the offer if selected.
