About the role#
L3Harris Technologies is hiring for a Systems Engineering Spring Co-Op in Clifton, New Jersey. This is a full-time, paid position for the Winter 2027 term. You will work on-site as part of a 9/80 schedule, which includes every other Friday off.
What you'll do#
- Perform operational analysis and create concept of operations, design, and implementation plans.
- Analyze system requirements provided by end systems and users.
- Support the development and evaluation of complex system architectures and designs.
- Write test plans, procedures, and cases.
- Conduct tests and document your findings.
- Use software tools, scripting, and hardware or software troubleshooting techniques.
- Present design activity plans and status updates to internal and external customers.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Aviation, or Aerospace Engineering at an accredited university.
- Coursework or experience in systems engineering, systems architecture, systems analysis and design, system performance modeling, integration, or project management.
- Familiarity with Rhapsody.
Location & details#
- Location: Clifton, New Jersey.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company provides technology solutions for space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. It maintains headquarters in Melbourne, Florida. The organization functions as a public company with over 31,000 employees.
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