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Senior Associate, Software/Integration Engineer with Security Clearance

L3Harris TechnologiesPatrick Air Force Base, FL🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 10, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Leverage your security clearance and software integration expertise in a hybrid role at L3Harris Technologies, a leader in defense technology, where you'll develop secure, mission-critical applications and enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off. This opportunity is perfect for a motivated engineer with experience in Python, JavaScript, or Java, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines, eager to contribute to national security and advance their career in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. Apply now to join a team dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Patrick Air Force Base, FL, United States
Posted
1 week ago
DockerAWSJavaJavaScriptPython

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: Senior Associate, Software EngineerJob Code: 41386Job Location: Melbourne, FLJob Schedule:9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off Job Description: We are seeking a skilled and cleared Senior Associate Software/Integration Engineer to join our team in support of software integration, deployment, testing, and troubleshooting efforts within a Linux-based environment.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with Python, JavaScript or Java, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines, and demonstrates the ability to collaborate effectively across software and infrastructure teams. Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools is expected. You will work to develop secure cloud applications in mission-critical environments where resilience, reliability and operational speed matter. You'll partner directly with customers and engineers to translate mission needs into practical software capabilities that protect information and deliver an intelligence advantage.

Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance and obtain CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent within 90 days of hire. This position may also require occasional travel to Patrick Space Force Base.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leverage experience in cloud development with a strong preference for expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS) to build robust cloud-based applications.
  • Demonstrate familiarity with the C2S Access Portal (CAP) and high-side AWS environments, which is highly desired for this role.
  • Ensure that the applications are scalable, secure, and cost-effective by utilizing the best practices and services provided by AWS.
  • Engage in daily interactions with customers to understand their requirements and provide suitable cloud-based solutions.
  • Produce detailed documentation to support the design, development, and deployment processes, ensuring clarity and reproducibility.
  • Adapt to support various mission areas, demonstrating flexibility and a strong commitment to achieving mission success.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance.
  • CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD IAT Level II certification required within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Additional Skills

  • Prior field experience.
  • Cloud development experience with a strong preference for expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS).
  • Familiarity with the C2S Access Portal (CAP) and high-side AWS environments is highly desired.
  • Experience in designing, developing, and deploying cloud-based applications using AWS services.
  • Experience with AI-assisted development tools.
  • Experience working in a dynamic team environment.
  • Experience working with full stack web development. #LI-FS1 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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