Software Designer

　　L3HARRIS WESCAM Division

　　Hamilton, Ontario

　　About the Role

　　Our software teams work directly with our optics and hardware teams – developing code that manages all of our systems controllers and actuators, telephoto lenses or targeting & tracking systems - and in particular, code that allows those captured images to be defined and managed. We develop advanced real time software for various applications and processors, including new payloads like complex imagers, laser illuminators & targeting designators, range finders and trackers. We develop the embedded controls and user interfaces for complex electro-mechanical systems including remote I/O subsystems, custom lens controllers, and advanced video processing features.

　　Primary Responsibilities

　　· Under the guidance of Senior Software Engineers and Designers, be a part of the software build and code development process for complex electro-optical surveillance systems

　　· In collaboration with Design and R&D, help develop software code for the control of new sensor payloads

　　· Provide support to Engineering, Manufacturing and Customer Support teams to solve software issues

　　· Participate in the estimation and planning of new products and features

　　· Participate as a software team member within an Agile development process

　　· Participate in continuous department improvement processes

　　Required Capabilities

　　· Proven experience developing with embedded C and C++ for real-time systems

　　· Practical knowledge of software engineering obtained through advanced education and experience

　　· Strong technical and analytic skills

　　· Ability to understand the operation and design of complex electro-optical systems

　　· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

　　· Ability to learn and grow within a fast paced environment

　　· Experience with Python and various scripting languages

　　· Experience with real time operating systems and Embedded Linux

　　· Understanding of embedded communications standards such as I2C, SPI, CAN, Serial, Ethernet

　　· Familiarity with Windows, Linux and comfortable working in a PC environment

　　· Familiarity with electro-mechanical and optical sensors or lasers

　　· Familiarity with control loop theory and practical experience

　　· Familiarity with machine vision or image processing

　　Desired Education

　　· Requires proficient knowledge of job area. May have practical knowledge of project management.

　　· Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience, or

　　· Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience, or

　　· In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

　　About L3Harris Technologies

　　In July 2019 – L3 Technologies and Harris Corp merged to become L3Harris Technologies, becoming an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains.

　　Our customers perform on the world’s most challenging front lines. They trust us to keep them prepared for what’s next. We combine speed, innovation and flawless execution to give people confidence and security in the world ahead.

　　As we relentlessly pursue new ideas, we know that everything we bring to market must deliver, without fail, every time. The urgency of our quest is matched by our commitment to the people we serve. In a world of ever accelerating change, threat environments move fast. We move forward faster, delivering industry-leading value.

　　Organized into four segments – Integrated Mission Systems, Communications Systems, Space & Airborne Systems and Aviation Systems – L3Harris Technologies employs over 50,000 people worldwide in over 130 countries with annual revenues approximately $17 billion.

　　To learn more, visit https://www.l3harris.com/capabilities

　　About L3HARRIS WESCAM

　　As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high-magnification electro1-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.

　　L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.