Lead, Systems Engineer- Control Systems Analysis

Company: L3Harris Technologies
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: June 10, 2026

Job Description:

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, Control Systems Analysis (Systems Engineer) Job Code: 37880 Job Location: Huntsville, AL 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 as, required. Ability to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior Control Systems Analysis experience; or a Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior Control Systems Analysis experience; or in lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior Control Systems 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. 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. L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.

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