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L3Harris Technologies

Global defense contractor delivering aerospace tech

Aircraft Maintenance C

Aviation Operations & Aircraft MaintenancePosted on Nov 12
Full-timeWaco, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least six years of prior relevant experience, or two years of post-secondary education/an associate degree and at least two years of prior related experience.
  • Requires at least six months of aircraft maintenance experience on the P-8A, preferably focused on complex mechanical and avionics systems.
  • Must be able to pass a flightline physical.
  • Must have the required tools before starting work; tools must be shadowed and engraved. The company will provide materials for this task upon hire.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
  • Must be able to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and engineering documentation.
  • Must be able to obtain certification to operate applicable self-propelled vehicles and aircraft support equipment.
  • Must be proficient with aircraft maintenance software and diagnostic tools.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and on-call shifts.
  • Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and portable stands and navigate them with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Must be able to move objects weighing up to 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

  • Perform maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, reassembly, and adjustment of aircraft components according to technical specifications, engineering instructions, and Federal Aviation Administration regulations.
  • Inspect aircraft and components to identify wear, damage, or other issues, and complete necessary repairs.
  • Use diagnostic tools and equipment to troubleshoot and resolve aircraft system issues.
  • Follow maintenance manuals, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements during maintenance activities.
  • Accurately document maintenance activities in logs and records.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams and provide feedback about aircraft performance and encountered issues.
  • Ensure tools, materials, and equipment are correctly calibrated and maintained.
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance maintenance processes and practices.
  • Perform flightline operations, aircraft inspections, or repairs, including work in confined spaces and inclement weather.

Desired Qualifications

  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification is preferred.
  • Experience with aircraft models operated by the company, such as the C-130, P-8A, and G550, is preferred.
  • Advanced troubleshooting skills focused on avionics and electrical systems are preferred.

About the Company

L3Harris Technologies

Global defense contractor delivering aerospace tech

L3Harris Technologies provides advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems for governments and commercial customers. Its products include sensors, communications, and propulsion—such as tactical radios, night-vision gear, satellite payloads, missile defense, and space propulsion—delivered as integrated systems for operations across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company blends legacy technologies from two joining giants with newer capabilities, faster acquisition cycles, and a focus on missiles, space, and resilient communications to field solutions quickly. Its goal is to be a trusted, scale-ready provider of next‑generation defense and intelligence capabilities for national security and related customers.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Melbourne, FL
Founded
1895

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