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# Director, Engineering

Nashville, TN Director Executive & Management 

Listed on L3Harris Technologies’s official careers site. Listed as of October 19, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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## 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

Director, Engineering Job Number: 41624 Location: Nashville, TN Schedule: 9/80 (every other Friday off!)

### Job Description

The Targeting & Sensor Sensors (TSS) Sector within L3Harris Integrated Mission Systems seeks a Director Engineering Management to oversee technical execution and planning for both current and new programs within the ForceX business unit. ForceX is focused on fielding scalable and innovative mission system software solutions and products for all domains, in addition to Counter-Unmanned System technologies. Our solutions are tailored to mission CONOPS and designed with open standards and COTS/GOTS components where possible.

We provide cutting edge solutions to both manned and unmanned airborne platforms, ground vehicles, and surface ships for both domestic and international customers. We operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and pride ourselves at responding quickly to customer needs (including rapid direct support to personnel using our operational systems around the world, 24/7/365).

### Essential Functions

The ForceX Director, Engineering Management will report directly to the TSS Sector Chief Engineer and will act as a liaison to the ForceX General Manager, Program Directors, and other senior leadership on all matters related to technical execution of ForceX programs (including cost, schedule, emerging challenges, and Engineering staffing resourcing). The Director, Engineering Management will also build sound relationships with individual program Chief Engineers within the portfolio and provide guidance and direction on technical execution.

Essential functions include:
- Serve as the technical focal point for execution of programs and product development efforts across the ForceX portfolio, including execution of R&D-funded efforts Accurately track and report key metrics to feed projected staffing demand, cost/schedule inputs to program budget reviews, and technical risk & opportunity registers
- Participate in bid/proposal activities as necessary for securing new business, with both new and existing customers Responsible for supporting the growth and development of employees through leadership and mentorship
- Provides clear, concise briefings to both internal and external audiences as required to support program objectives and convey status to senior leadership
- Track and help shape R&D efforts that feed into the long-term ForceX portfolio
- Excellent briefing and presentation skills; able to deliver technical information to a mixed audience with internal stakeholders and customer representation
- Ability to adapt to and promote a strong “Mission First” culture, focused on always delivering for our customers Previous role(s) as a program Chief Engineer (or equivalent) on mission system, sensors, or platform development efforts Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree: with 15 years of experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant Engineering field(s).

### Master’s Degree

with 13 years of experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant Engineering field(s). In Lieu of a Degree, a minimum of 19 years of relevant experience. Secret Clearance required.

DoD Secret clearance to start, ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance longer term
- Ability to travel up to 25%, both

### CONUS and OCONUS Requires
- 15+ years of experience, with heavy emphasis on multi-disciplinary Engineering leadership roles and software leadership background with hardware integration experience, leading multi-disciplined Engineering teams through entire product development lifecycle, Agile software development methodologies, lab and field testing of developmental and operational systems Preferred Additional Skills: Top Secret / SCI clearance
- Masters or Doctorate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science Experience leading ground / flight test programs for manned / unmanned platforms & payloads
- Familiarity with computer networking protocols, Windows and Linux-based environments, and virtualization technologies #LI-EB1 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.

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## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Not stated
- First seen by OpenNash: Aug 21, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 19, 2026
- Listed for: 59 days
- Location: Nashville, TN[Apply on L3Harris Technologies’s careers site →](https://careers.l3harris.com/en/job/nashville/director-engineering/4832/98753761088)

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