Aircraft Avionics & Electrical Technician (Flightline)

L3Harris; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Waco, TX is hiring an Aircraft Maintenance A – Electrical/Avionics to inspect, maintain and repair aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations and company procedures.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, diagnostics, documentation, and collaboration with engineering teams to ensure airworthiness and safety on the flightline, with flexibility for overtime and shifts.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with 0 to 3 years of prior related experience.
• Ability to pass a flightline physical.
• Must have required tools prior to starting work; tool list will be provided. Tools must be shadowed and engraved.
• Must be a US citizen.
• FAA A&P certification preferred.
• Active DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re-assembly or adjustment of various aircraft components per specs and FAA regulations.
• Conduct thorough inspections to identify wear, tear, or damage and perform necessary repairs.
• Use diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and resolve aircraft system issues.
• Adhere to maintenance manuals, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Document maintenance activities in logs and records.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and provide feedback on aircraft performance and issues.
• Ensure tools and equipment are calibrated and maintained.
• Participate in continuous improvement of maintenance processes.
• Perform flightline operations, inspections, or repairs in confined spaces and inclement weather.
• Understand safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
• Interpret manuals, schematics and engineering documentation.
• Obtain and maintain certification to operate forklifts and related equipment.
• Proficient with aircraft maintenance software and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to climb ladders and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Work flexible hours, including overtime, nights, weekends, and on-call shifts.
• Obtain security clearance.

Skills

Experience in aircraft maintenance

Avionics diagnostics

Strong communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Overtime flexibility

Security clearance

DoD security clearance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification preferred

Tools

Aircraft maintenance tools

Job description

L3Harris Technologies in Waco, TX is hiring an Aircraft Maintenance A – Electrical/Avionics to inspect, maintain and repair aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations and company procedures.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, diagnostics, documentation, and collaboration with engineering teams to ensure airworthiness and safety on the flightline, with flexibility for overtime and shifts.