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Job Summary: Generally responsible for supervision and technical direction over a team of engineers and designers when functioning as a lead engineer. As lead engineer, responsibilities include total delivery of the civil/structural deliverables and services on time, within performance budget and meeting quality expectations. Duties may include performing advanced engineering work serving as a technical specialist for complex engineering assignments. Work at this level requires extensive progressive experience in civil/structural engineering and involves utilization of project controls for cost, schedule and quality of projects. This work will be performed under minimal supervision.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Reviewing and approving all civil/structural deliverables.
• Validating professional service and construction estimates at the beginning of a project, and then tracking changes as the project progresses.
• Producing professional service estimates in accordance with the department standards for project deliverables, project studies and estimates, change notices and for the development of new work through proposal efforts.
• Establishing the design criteria, incorporating client requirements, estimate and/or scope basis and design basis meeting applicable state, local and federal standards and codes. Ensuring that any requirements for permitting have been established and communicated to the project team.
• Knowing project scope and deliverables. Initiating timely change notices when deviation is made from project scope, affecting schedule, deliverables or cost of the work.
• Planning and organizing the work of your team. Communicating the plan to your team, the project leadership team and the client.
• Maintaining control of the project by tracking and maintaining discipline performance budget progress, schedule commitments, and quality standards. Understanding and utilizing the project tools that are in place for project control.
• Delegating work to engineers and designers in proportion to their technical skills and experience, then following up for support to ensure efficient progress and quality.
• Consulting with design leaders from other disciplines in proportion to their technical skills and experience, then following up for support to ensure efficient progress and quality.
• Producing estimate level preliminary designs and material take-off suitable for the level of estimate being performed on a project.
• Developing conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering tasks at hand.
• Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards.
• Producing detail design calculations and sketches for materials of construction associated with the project. Calculations produced will be neatly prepared and organized for efficient checking by others and efficient use by drafters/designers for preparing drawings and as a deliverable when required.
• Producing project designs with efficient use of construction materials with an overall emphasis on ease of construction and completed product meeting the expectations of the client.
• Checking calculations made by other engineers to ensure accuracy, conformance to codes, specifications, design criteria and conformance to good engineering practice.
• Producing construction specifications.
• Monitoring drawings in progress to ensure conformance to design calculations and specifications.
• Assisting the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing problems. Ensuring that sufficient sketches and details are provided for completion of engineering drawings.
• Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for civil/structural input.
• Producing bid packages enabling civil/structural purchase inquiries to be issued for procurement of materials or subcontract pricing.
• Participating in the planning of training programs, continuous education opportunities and professional development of staff.
• Ability to lead small to large size teams in coordinating civil/structural efforts and keeping the team focused on scope, schedule and budget.
• Ability to identify and develop work sharing packages for interoffice execution support. Provide leadership to ensure communication and execution of work within scope, schedule and budget.

This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.

Ideal Background

Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university is required. Structural coursework is required for structural engineering positions.

Registration: Professional SE registration is highly preferred.

Experience: This position requires 15 or more years of relevant industrial experience in civil/structural engineering

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with specifications and installation details of construction bulk materials and equipment.
• Ability to create accurate civil/structural documents from the information found on vendor equipment drawings.
• Ability to develop civil/structural specifications.
• Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
• Ability to develop a construction cost estimate, a detailed engineering schedule and a man-hour budget for a small project or an area for a larger project.
• Ability to determine construction material quantities.
• Develop design criteria and scope of work.
• Experienced in estimating and scheduling professional service hours and assessing the progress and quality of civil/structural work.
• Complete understanding of the skills and experience required to perform engineering and design functions.
• Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
• Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD, Microstation or both.
• Ability to lead teams to deliver on commitments.
• Ability to deliver convincing presentations of Hargrove Engineers & Constructors services.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships. Leader and promoter of work sharing through interoffice execution.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

Were growing fast and we want you to grow with us! Were expanding our engineering organization dramatically to meet exciting customer demand, and were actively looking for engineers who bring strong foundational skills and a passion for solving hard problems. Industry experience in defense? Not required — well invest in you. If you meet the minimum qualifications, we want to talk. Apply today and take the next step in your engineering career.

Are you passionate about turning innovative concepts into reality? Do you thrive in dynamic environments? Raytheon is seeking a talented and motivated Systems Engineer to join our team within the Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SETC) Discipline, supporting a range of programs. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across the full lifecycle of the product, from concept to deployment

Every day will bring new challenges, requiring you to collaborate across disciplines to troubleshoot issues, perform data analysis, and implement solutions. Your contributions will directly impact the success of mission-critical defense systems, and youll have a hands-on role in ensuring the entire system functions seamlessly.

The Systems Engineering and Test Center (SETC) organization is currently hiring a Systems Engineer II to join our Tucson, AZ location. SETC is an exciting and challenging environment where you will have the opportunity to design, develop and test to shape innovative solutions for our customers. Join our organization and experience the Systems V engineering life cycle while interfacing with a variety of engineering disciplines, subject matter experts, chief engineers, chief technologists, the customer, and so many more to ensure we design, integrate, test and strengthen our systems to work the first time and every time for our warfighters!

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on an effectors project pertinent to the systems lifecycle. This role is 100% on-site at our Tucson, AZ campus.

What You Will Do

In this Systems Engineer role, you may support some of the following types of activities:

• Core Systems Engineering: Update, maintain, and improve requirements. Develop system architecture and model using Model Based Systems Engineering. Conduct trade studies based on Concept of Operations. Collaborate with engineers of all disciplines.

• Perform Test Planning: Develop and implement test plans, procedures, integration, and verification documentation in both simulated and real-world environments and perform/execute the testing

• Integrate Systems: Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team to integrate hardware and software into tactical systems, evaluating their functionality and impact. Evaluate test results for requirements compliance.

• Create/modify documentation in support of design reviews and in preparation for test events.

• Perform Platform Integration, Flight Test, Qualification, Design Verification Execution

• Troubleshoot and Analyze: Identify and resolve hardware, software, and system issues through detailed data analysis and debugging.

• Perform Data Analysis: Conduct statistical and numerical analysis test data to ensure optimal system performance and verify requirements.

• Support Missions: Travel as needed to support mission execution at various locations including local RTX facilities, test sites, vendor facilities, and customer locations.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 2 years of prior engineering experience.

• Experience with systems requirements, systems integration, and/or systems test.

• Ability to obtain Interim Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in the Defense Industry, and specifically with military systems; tactics, techniques, and procedures, as well as Department of Defense customer infrastructure experience.

• Understanding of the Systems Engineering product lifecycle

• Experience with performing performance analysis and presenting analytical and technical material

• Experience with DOORS, Cameo, or other digital engineering tools.

• Experience with model-based engineering and associated tools

• Experience in developing and managing requirements.

• Experience working in an integration lab, test facility, or in the field, supporting integration and/or verification.

• Experience with evaluating systems using simulated environments.

• Experience with generating technical documentation, such as trade studies, test plans, procedures, or technical reports.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance is available

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• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

• This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS) , an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:  

• This position is an onsite role – Tucson, AZ:

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

Raytheon’s Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) strategic business unit (SBU) specializes in multi-domain integrated air and missile defense, advanced sensors, space-based systems, hypersonics, effectors and cyber solutions. Focused on program execution, business growth and the highest level of customer satisfaction, the ASDS team provides customers with unmatched capabilities of detection and sensing, command and control, and air-to-air, air-to-surface, and surface-to-air munitions to accomplish air, space and missile defense missions. Strike Initiatives, within ASDS, is our sub-strategic business unit focused on air-launched, penetrating effectors that provide highly versatile tactical capabilities and enable global strategic deterrence.

Raytheon’s Air & Space Defense Systems SBU Engineering Team is currently hiring a Test Equipment Integrated Product Team Lead, Senior Principal Engineer for its Strategic Strike portfolio. This is an exciting and challenging environment where you will have the opportunity to take a design through verification and hand off to Prove In while partnering with multiple disciplines to shape innovative solutions for our customers. Join our organization and oversee the Test Equipment life cycle while interfacing with a variety of engineering disciplines, subject matter experts, Chief Engineers, Chief Technologists, the customer, and so many more to ensure we design, integrate, verify, and strengthen our systems to work the first time and every time for our warfighters!

This is an onsite role located in Tucson, AZ. 

What You will Do

• Update, maintain, and improve technical documentation for TE development and production efforts.

• Lead and Support TE Design Verification testing/Data collection, prove-in activities and sustainment/maintenance.

• Participate in Failure Investigations.

• Facilitate knowledge transfer within and across IPTs/CPTs to include Cross-Functional collaboration and coordination. 

• Facilitate and drive transition to production efforts. 

• Own the scope and budget of a large group of control accounts. 

• Ensure technical rigor for all TE scope

• Coordinate across teams and potentially contracts as applicable

• Share program process knowledge 

• Mentor earlier in career engineers 

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience. 

• Experience in at least 1 of the following areas: 

  • Mechanical/Electrical development, integration, and qualification

  • Test Equipment Design and Verification

  • Fielding Test Equipment to a Government Customer

  • Test Equipment Maintenance for Production Support

• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.

• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP) / Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and/or Risk and Opportunity Management.

• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain special program access prior to start. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree in STEM.

• Experience as a subject matter expert in technical briefs / presentations, proposals, fracas. 

• Champion all of RTX values. 

• Experience with CREO, cPDM and analysis tools. 

• Familiarity with military systems; tactics, techniques, and procedures along with DoD customer infrastructure experience.

• Understanding of Test Equipment Product Development Cycle.

• Familiarity with system safety, reliability, configuration management, and evaluating / mitigating technical risks.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation

• Relocation Eligibility.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:  

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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Sr. Project Engineer

Position Title: Senior Project Engineer

Department: Operations/Project Management

Reports to: President/Chairman/Chief Operating Officer/VP

Operations/Project Director/Project Manager

Direct Reports: Project Engineer Intern, Project Engineer

Summary Description:

This position serves as support for operations on the jobs in which they are involved. Responsibilities range from participation in initial project set up and buyout, cost spread/estimate familiarity, job quantity tracking, on-site daily activity involvement, concrete material tracking, equipment and manpower productivity tracking, invoice approval, extra work ticket tracking, participation in job cost reporting, project safety compliance, quality control compliance, production analysis/tracking.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Participate in Contract/scope review
• Project safety compliance
• Job cost spread and estimate
• Project sequencing and scheduling
• Project quantity/progress tracking
• Production analysis/tracking
• Project cost reporting
• Invoice coding and approval
• Material/equipment procurement
• Change order request issuance/tracking
• Participate in Change Order estimate pricing
• Coordination with GC/Owner
• Coordination with CSI Operations manager regarding manpower/resources
• Mentoring of younger Project Engineers

Job Specific Competencies/behaviors:

• Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills
• Ability to identify, assimilate and comprehend the critical elements of a situation to extract and interpret implications of courses of actions to attend to details of a problem.
• Effectiveness in planning and controlling work, motivating and developing subordinates, improving work methods and results, encouraging and supporting suggestions for work improvements, etc.
• Breaks down problems into smaller components, understands underlying issues, can simplify and process complex issues, understands the difference between critical details and unimportant facts.
• Plans for and uses resources efficiently, always looks for ways to reduce costs
• Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously, monitors quality levels, finds root cause of quality problems, owns/acts on quality problems.
• Ability to monitor construction schedules and advise on potential setbacks or issues.
• Communicates expectations and importance of safety. Follows up and insures safety audits are completed accurately and timely. Identifies critical issues and assists in the development of improvement procedures.

Education/Experience/Attributes/Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience
• Bachelors degree in Construction management or Engineer recommended.
• Basic/General knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Experience with project set up, cost spreading, buy out and cost reporting.
• Experience with critical path scheduling
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with an adaptable and flexible style in working with all types of individuals
• Energetic and highly motivated with a strong sense of urgency
• Highly entrepreneurial and self-motivated, with the ability to work equally well on own as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to walk the job site, climb ladders, and multi floor scaffolding.

Leadership Competencies

· Adaptability

· Teamwork

· Creativity

· Results

· Leadership

· Stamina

· Courage

• · Sense of Urgency

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 is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. 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: Lead, Electro-Optical (EO) Systems Engineer

Job Code: 33196

Job Location: Wilmington, MA

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants

Job Description: 

During its 120-year history, L3Harris has transformed communications and information technology. L3Harris is a proven leader in tactical communications, geospatial systems and services, air traffic management, environmental solutions, avionics and electronic warfare, and space and intelligence. From ocean to orbit and everywhere in between, we provide mission-critical solutions to connect, inform and protect the world.

On the L3Harris team, your job is to secure the world. We don't work here just for the advanced technology and equipment: we work here because we know what - and who - we're protecting! From families to the intelligence community, and from our climate to our men and women in uniform - we're making the world a safer place!

L3Harris Space Superiority group has an opening for a Lead, Systems Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be in Wilmington, MA. The individual will work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and a collaborative team setting.

The L3Harris AgileEO Systems Engineering department is seeking a systems engineer to join our team and support one of our newer programs.  AgileEO specializes in space-based, small aperture visible and IR telescopes with integrated electromechanical devices used for motion and focus control.  The successful candidate will support the program technical leads (Lead or Chief Systems Engineer, IPT Lead) by performing technical analysis, managing specifications, and generating design review and technical documents.  Additional responsibilities include supporting the test and design verification, requirements sell off, end item data package (EIDP) generation efforts.

Essential Functions: 

• Coordinate with program leadership to develop a technical plan and path forward for program execution.
• System Design and Integration: Develop and integrate advanced electro-optical systems for space-based applications, ensuring compliance with all relevant specifications and mission requirements.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance in the areas of systems engineering, including architecture development, requirements analysis, and verification and validation (V&V).
• Requirements Management: Define, manage, and maintain system and sub-system level requirements, ensuring traceability and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Modeling and Simulation: Conduct modeling and simulation activities to predict system performance and behavior under various operational scenarios.
• Project Execution: Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle, from conceptual design to final system delivery and operation.
• Documentation and Reporting: Generate and maintain detailed technical documentation, including system specifications, design descriptions, test plans, and test reports.
• Customer Requirements: Translate the voice of the customer into system level requirements and evaluate alternative solutions to establish preliminary system designs.
• Trade Studies: Develop and evaluate trade studies for accuracy and completeness to support decision-making processes. Identify and solve problems using logical engineering thought processes.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including subcontractors and U.S. Government customers, to ensure alignment and project success.
• Standards Compliance: Ensure all engineering activities adhere to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Collaboration: Work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals.
• Training and Mentoring: Provide training and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering their development and growth within the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or other related scientific discipline and 9 years of relevant space-based EO/IR systems engineering work experience. A graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM) and Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL) is required
• 6+ years experience in electro-optics, including experience with optical design, sensors, detectors, and imaging systems
• 6+ years experience working with engineering and simulation software tools, such as MATLAB
• Candidate must be eligible to obtain a DOD Secret security clearance

Preferred Additional Skills: 

• Holds an active Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Demonstrated experience with space systems engineering, including knowledge of space environments, satellite systems, and space mission design
• Experience in leading technical teams, managing projects, and coordinating cross-functional engineering activities
• Relevant professional certifications, such as INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) certification, are a plus
• Proficient in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools such as DOORs, CAMEO, CREO, JIRA and SysML
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical information to diverse audiences
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record of tackling complex engineering challenges
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $127,500.00 - $236,500.00. 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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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression.  We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat.  Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

As a Principal System Safety Engineer, you will be accountable for the establishment and execution of the major safety programs.  The Safety Lead is a technical expert in missile safety as well as a project manager who establishes and monitors safety program execution, leads program safety teams, and interfaces with program & functional leadership.  This requires advanced application of MIL-STD 882E for System Safety (hardware, software, firmware, and personnel) for DoD Missile systems, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience as well as project management experience and leadership.  Location: Huntsville, AL

What You Will Do

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Principal System Safety Engineer to join us onsite in Huntsville, AL, as a Safety Lead with proven experience in executing all aspects of system safety.

• Practical application of project management skills: 

  • Create/update the strategy for the program to meet all its milestones with system safety features integrated into the product in compliance with contract and awarded funding.  

  • Create a schedule and integrate safety tasks and activities into program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). 

  • Plan/manage the safety program effort within the Program IMS. 

  • Understanding of the safety budget and tasking through close coordination with the responsible CAM / IPTL / product owner, including EACs. 

  • Mentor junior safety engineers.    

  • Remove barriers impacting team members. 

• Actively engage in engineering review boards, and configuration control boards to stay on top of design changes, and assess impacts to the established safety program.  

• Establish on-going feedback loop with functional and program management.  

• Lead & coordinate System Safety Working Group(s) between key Raytheon and Customer representatives.

•  Escalate risks to the appropriate level and follow through on corrective actions.  

• Interpret system requirements, customer specifications and military standards, so as to recommend compliance strategies to program leadership: Chief Engineer, Program Manager, Integrated Product Team Lead, etc. 

• Collaborate with stakeholders across a range of engineering functions to identify and mitigate risks: Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Firmware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Environmental Safety, & Health, Human Systems Interfaces, Test Engineering.  

• Manage safety related interactions with suppliers and/or subcontractors.   

• Innovate better safety solutions.  

• Identify best practices to improve overall safety culture at Raytheon.  

• Understand and shape system safety/Human System Interfaces postures across the lifecycle (design, integration/ test, flight test, production, field, returns). 

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.

• Experience developing and implementing MIL-STD-882E System Safety Program tasks and analyses, involving management (task series 100), analysis (task series 200), evaluation (task series 300), and verification (task series 400).  This includes hardware and software safety related tasks. 

• Experience with presentation skills to brief safety status to safety approval authority at technical reviews, safety review boards, and others as part of the safety approval process.  

• Experience managing a safety program.

• Experience collaborating with stakeholders across a range of engineering functions to identify and mitigate risks.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for the required security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• An active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance.

• Experience with briefing at the military safety review board.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

• This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:  

• Relocation Eligible

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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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 is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. 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: Lead, Integration & Test Engineering (Space Optical Systems)

Job Code: 33758

Job Location: Wilmington, MA

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants

Job Description: 

On the L3Harris team, your job is to secure the world. We don't work here just for the advanced technology and equipment: we work here because we know what - and who - we're protecting! From families to the intelligence community, and from our climate to our men and women in uniform - we're making the world a safer place!

L3Harris Space Superiority group has an opening for a Integration & Test Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be in Wilmington, MA. The individual will work in a fast-paced environment with significantly diverse assignments and a collaborative team setting.

AgileEO specializes in space-based, small aperture visible and IR telescopes with integrated electromechanical devices used for motion and focus control. The successful candidate will support the program technical leads (Lead or Chief Systems Engineer, IPT Lead) by performing technical analysis, managing specifications, and generating design review and technical documents. Additional responsibilities include supporting the test and design verification, requirements sell off, end item data package (EIDP) generation efforts.

Essential Functions: 

• System Design and Integration: Develop and integrate advanced electro-optical systems for space-based applications, ensuring compliance with all relevant specifications and mission requirements.
• Team Leadership: Lead a team of engineers, overseeing and ensuring technical execution of projects. Coordinate with program leadership to develop a technical plan and path forward for program execution.
• Mission Payload AI&T Management: Manage major subcontract cost, schedule, and performance and oversee the overall Mission Payload Flight AI&T (Assembly, Integration, and Test) activities.
• Testing and Validation: Design, plan, and execute test procedures for electro-optical components and systems. Analyze test data to validate system performance against requirements. Identify and troubleshoot issues, propose corrective actions, and implement solutions.
• Requirements Management: Define, manage, and maintain system and sub-system level requirements, ensuring traceability and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Project Execution: Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle, from conceptual design to final system delivery and operation.
• Documentation and Reporting: Generate and maintain detailed technical documentation, including test plans, procedures, work instructions, test reports, and anomaly reports.
• Trade Studies: Develop and evaluate trade studies to support decision-making processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including subcontractors and U.S. Government customers, to ensure alignment and project success.
• Standards Compliance: Ensure all engineering activities adhere to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and quality assurance, to ensure successful system integration and test.
• Written and Oral Communication: Demonstrate excellent written, oral, and presentation communication skills. Prepare effective presentations to communicate technical information to non-technical professionals.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance test methodologies and system integration practices.
• Training and Mentoring: Provide training and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering their development and growth within the team.
• Candidate must be eligible to obtain a DoD security clearance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or other related scientific discipline and 9 years of relevant EO/IR systems engineering work experience. Alternatively, a graduate degree with a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience, or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• 5+ years experience working with systems integration and test
• Prior or current experience working with eletro-optical/imaging systems
• Prior or current experience working with space environment considerations and testing protocols
• Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM) and Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL) is required
• 5+ years experience with engineering and simulation software tools, such as MATLAB

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Active Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance is highly preferred
• Demonstrated experience with space systems engineering, including knowledge of space environments, satellite systems, and space mission design. Familiarity with NASA-STD-1540 and/or NASA-STD-7002.
• Experience in leading technical teams, managing projects and competing priorities, and coordinating cross-functional engineering activities.
• Proficient in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and traditional systems engineering tools such as DOORs, CAMEO, CREO, JIRA, and SysML.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record of tackling complex engineering challenges.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Massachusetts is $1119,500 - $222,500. 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.

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The Building Engineer reports to the Area Chief Engineer while maintaining a strong working relationship with all Property Managers in the assigned area. They support property managers by addressing a wide range of operational needs, from tenant improvement projects to preventive maintenance and repairs across all building systems. All work must be performed in a way that protects and enhances the value of the property.

This role requires exceptional client service, professionalism in all interactions with tenants and RMR staff, and a commitment to teamwork and collaboration. The Building Engineer must also be able to obtain a GSA badge through the GSA. The current portfolio consists of 138,608 square feet.

• Operate, maintain, and log all HVAC and MEP equipment under the direction of their supervisor.
• Complete tenant service requests, and develop and maintain positive tenant relations through prompt, courteous response to tenant requests.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC equipment, plumbing and electrical systems, as directed by their supervisor. Duties include, but are not limited to changing filters, coil cleaning, greasing motors, replacing light bulbs & ballasts, inspecting/adjusting belts, and regular inspections of equipment.
• Maintain computerized or manual equipment logs that detail preventive work performed.
• Clean and paint equipment and surrounding areas relating to equipment and equipment rooms.
• Assist in ordering stock and inventory of parts and supplies, as needed.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations and customer concerns.
• Review elevator maintenance records and confirm elevator maintenance is performed per national agreement. Inspect condition of elevator machine rooms. Report any elevator deficiencies to their supervisor.
• Assist with review of tenant improvement plans. Inspect active construction areas and confirm contractors are following all building rules and regulations.
• Coordinate fire alarm and sprinkler shutdown and drain downs with contractors as needed.
• Coordinate all quarterly fire alarm testing and maintenance with building vendor.
• Maintain and operate life safety/fire systems.
• Perform carpentry and snow removal, if necessary.
• Take meter readings on all meters and equipment as directed by their supervisor.
• Perform minor repairs on doors, hardware, lock, windows, ceilings, and floors.
• Troubleshoot, evaluate and make recommendations to upgrade maintenance operations and/or implement savings opportunities.
• Possess competent knowledge of the use and care of tools and equipment used in facility and ground maintenance.
• Inspect buildings, grounds and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions and report to management.
• Inspect new installation for compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and company directives, as related to building operations and practicing safe work habits.
• Daily communication with property management, engineering staff, security, tenants and contractors/vendors is vital.

General Maintenance and Operation Duties:

• Understand OSHA guidelines and how to ensure that all equipment is maintained to guidelines/standards.
• Read and follow written and oral instructions.
• Convey thoughts and recommendations orally and/or in writing to supervisors, contractors and others in order to resolve building-related problems.
• Operate and use necessary manual and power-driven tools.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum 3-5 years of building maintenance experience or commensurate experience in a trade (plumbing, electrical, HVAC).
• HVAC or electrical technical school training is preferred However not mandatory.
• Applicable military experience or other related operations experience will be considered including power plants, multi-family, hotels, hospitals, facilities, etc.
• Experience with automated building management systems.
• Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Must be team oriented and a problem solver.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Manage own time on a daily basis with little supervision
• Must be able to handle multiple projects, changing priorities, and continually heavy workloads.
• May be required to work extended periods of time without relief, when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime-type assignments).
• Stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pump, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting device.
• Lift and carry objects of up to 50 lbs. for distances of up to 30 feet.
• Climb ladders and stairs.
• Maintain professional appearance and manner at all times while in the complex.
• Will be required to perform off-site duties through the use of a personal vehicle.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

The RMR Group offers an extensive total rewards package to ensure that your benefits align with your needs. Employees who work at least 21 hours per week are eligible to participate in The RMR Group's benefits plans, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Plans (FSA)
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
• Holidays, Vacation & Sick Time
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Matching Gift Program
• Wide Array of Voluntary, Employee-Paid Benefits to choose from including Critical Illness & Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection & Pet Insurance

The RMR Group (Nasdaq: RMR) is a leading U.S. alternative asset management company, unique for its focus on commercial real estate (CRE) and related businesses. RMR's vertical integration is strengthened by nearly 900 real estate professionals in more than 30 offices nationwide who manage approximately $40 billion in assets under management and leverage more than 35 years of institutional experience in buying, selling, financing and operating CRE. RMR benefits from a scalable platform, a deep and experienced management team and a diversity of real estate strategies across its clients. RMR has been recognized by The Boston Globe as a "Top Place to Work", by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as an "ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year" and ranked by the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) as having one of the highest number of BOMA 360 designated properties in its portfolio. RMR is headquartered in Newton, MA and was founded in 1986.

RMR's mission is to create long term value for our clients by managing their investments and assets "like we own it" - an approach that consistently and repeatedly generates opportunities for all our employees, investors and stakeholders. We are guided by six core values:

• Integrity at Our Core.
• Perform Passionately and Effectively.
• Inspired Thinking.
• Like We Own It.
• Power of We.
• Mutual Respect.

Visit our website to learn more about what makes The RMR Group a rewarding place to build a career.

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The RMR Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

About Us

Davco Electrical Contractors Corp. is a well-established, family-owned and operated electrical contracting firm specializing in commercial, civil, and sports lighting projects across Florida. Since 1985, we’ve built our reputation on integrity, craftsmanship, and a relentless drive to solve complex challenges.

We are seeking a Chief Estimator to lead and strengthen our commercial electrical estimating department ensuring accuracy, profitability, and growth while mentoring & building a high performing team of Senior and Junior Estimators.

Position Summary

The Chief Estimator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the estimating department from bid strategy and execution to personnel development and departmental KPIs. This role is both strategic and hands-on, providing leadership, guidance, and accountability to ensure consistent estimating practices that align with Davco’s operational goals and commitment to excellence.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in commercial electrical estimating along with proven experience leading teams, developing process standards, business acumen, and building client relationships that drive long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

Department Leadership & Management

• Lead, mentor, and manage the estimating team, including Senior and Junior Estimators, fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Oversee department workload, ensuring accurate, timely, and competitive bid submissions.
• Establish, monitor, and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to estimating accuracy, bid volume, win ratio, profitability, and others pertinent to leadership strategic decision making.
• Develop and maintain standardized estimating procedures, templates, and workflows to improve consistency and efficiency.
• Conduct performance reviews and training to continuously elevate the department’s skill level and efficiency.

Estimating Oversight & Strategy

• Review and approve detailed takeoffs and bids prepared by Senior Estimators, ensuring conformance with drawings, specifications, and company standards.
• Lead pre-bid and internal review meetings to evaluate project risk, scope gaps, and overall strategy.
• Collaborate with project management and operations to ensure smooth project turnover and alignment of budgeted values.
• Identify emerging market trends and develop pricing strategies to maintain competitiveness and profitability.
• Review and assist in negotiating contracts and scopes of work with clients and general contractors.
• Maintain relationships with vendors, clients, and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing and reliable partnerships.

Relationship Development & Business Growth

• Foster, develop, and strengthen relationships with general contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and key decision-makers.
• Actively network and represent Davco at industry events, pre-bid meetings, and professional associations to generate new opportunities.

Financial & Departmental Accountability

• Evaluate project outcomes to identify estimating improvements and lessons learned.
• Provide leadership input on company pricing models, backlog forecasting, and long-term growth initiatives.
• Participate in executive strategy sessions to align estimating performance with overall corporate goals.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of electrical estimating experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or Chief Estimator role(preferred).
• Strong background in commercial electrical construction; experience with civil, municipal, or government projects (preferred).
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills with experience developing high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships that lead to repeat business and market growth.
• Proficiency in McCormick Estimating Software (preferred), Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of NEC codes, construction methods, and bid administration.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to develop and monitor KPIs.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed.

We are a Drug-Free Workplace.