Specialist, Field Engineering (Avionics) 1 1 1

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Fayetteville, NC is seeking a Specialist, Field Engineer (Avionics) to perform operation, maintenance, and repair of avionics systems on various aircraft. The position is on-site with a 2nd shift schedule.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting, integration of QRC modifications, and travel up to 50%—domestic and international—alongside proficiency with Windows and Office tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with four years of avionics experience, or Graduate Degree with two years.
• In lieu of a degree, eight years of avionics operation, troubleshooting, repair and inspection.
• Active Security clearance required (Secret with eligibility for Top-Secret).

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, maintain, and repair avionics systems on aircraft.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions using technical manuals and schematics.
• Install and support QRC modifications and advise crews on usage.
• Travel up to 30–50% domestically and internationally.

Skills

Avionics operation

Troubleshooting

Aircraft maintenance

Electrical testing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Eight years experience (no degree)

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

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 Engineer (Avionics)

Job Code: 44984

Job Location: Fayetteville, NC (On-Site)

Job Schedule: 2nd Shift M-F 3:30 PM-11:30 PM

Job Description:

Field Engineering Specialist is responsible for operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of the complete spectrum of avionics systems and proprietary communication systems on various single and multi-engine aircraft.

Essential Functions:

• 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.
• Applies technical knowledge of electronic principles and strong knowledge in troubleshooting techniques to determine avionics malfunctions and restore aircraft to full operational status.
• Installs and maintains Quick Reaction Capability (QRC) modifications to the aircraft and advises operations and maintenance personnel on their use.
• Performs work in accordance with technical manuals, schematics, engineering drawings, and written/verbal instructions.
• Apply knowledge and understanding of operational procedures, inspection requirements, troubleshooting, and maintenance techniques to aircraft communications/navigation and ancillary electronics systems.
• Utilize a variety of aircraft test equipment, technical publications, and schematics.
• In-depth knowledge of aircraft avionics operation, troubleshooting, repair, and inspection.
• Experience with a wide range of technical reference material from commercial/OEM manuals to blueprints/engineering drawings.
• Must be willing and able to travel between 30-50% both international and domestic.
• Physical requirements of the job include lifting, bending, and climbing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with four (4) years of experience with Aircraft avionics operation, troubleshooting, repair, and inspection.
• Graduate Degree with two (2) years of experience with Aircraft avionics operation, troubleshooting, repair, and inspection.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of eight (8) years of experience with Aircraft avionics operation, troubleshooting, repair, and inspection.
• Must have an active Secret clearance at the time of hire with eligibility to obtain a Top-Secret clearance.

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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.

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