Specialist, Field Engineer (Aircraft Systems)

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

Specialist, Field Engineering (Aircraft Systems)

Job Code

45923 Job Location: Fayetteville, NC (On-Site)

Job Schedule

1st Shift M-F (7:30 AM – 3:30 PM)

Job Description

The Field Engineering (FE) Specialist is responsible for operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of the complete spectrum of avionics systems and proprietary communication systems incorporated in aircraft. The FE maintains, repairs, tests and/or calibrates various types of aircraft electronic equipment and related devices such as transmitters, amplifiers, receivers, RF distribution equipment, computer controllers, and workstations on operational aircraft Essential Functions: Apply technical knowledge of electronic principles and strong knowledge in troubleshooting techniques to determine mission equipment malfunctions and restore aircraft mission systems to full operational status.

Install and maintain Quick Reaction Capability (QRC) modifications to the aircraft and advise operations and maintenance personnel on their use. Fly with the aircraft to provide off-station maintenance support. Perform work in accordance with technical manuals, schematics, engineering drawings, and written/verbal instructions. Position requires daily interface with customers at numerous levels. Willingness and ability to travel both CONUS and OCONUS.

Willingness and ability to work outside regularly scheduled hours and/or overtime to meet company objectives. Position will include lifting, bending, and climbing.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree with four (4) years of maintenance experience with avionics, airborne networks, and/or aircraft systems. Graduate Degree with two (2) years of maintenance experience with avionics, airborne networks, and/or aircraft systems. In lieu of a degree, minimum of eight (8) years of maintenance experience with avionics, airborne networks, and/or aircraft systems. Must have an active DoD Secret security clearance at the time of hire with the ability to maintain a Top-Secret with SCI.

Ability to obtain and maintain flight status requirements. Must successfully pass FAA Class III flight physical and complete altitude chamber training. Valid Driver’s License.

Preferred Additional Skills

Active Top-Secret with SCI. Active Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license. #LI-AH1 #LI-onsite 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.

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