Sr Specialist, Field Engineer (Mission Systems)

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 67,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Field Engineer to support RSAF ISR mission systems on the RE-3A aircraft and related ground systems.

The role involves hands-on troubleshooting, on-the-job instruction, and developing maintenance capability while working with a multinational team in Saudi Arabia. A 90-day relocation is required; Top Secret/SCI readiness is preferred to secure the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 6 years USAF Special Systems Technician/Airborne Mission Systems Instructor experience.
• Master’s Degree with 4 years USAF Special Systems Technician/Airborne Mission Systems Instructor experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years USAF Special Systems Technician/Airborne Mission Systems Instructor experience.
• Must have 4 years’ ISR mission systems and subsystems experience.
• Must relocate to Saudi Arabia within 90 days of accepting assignment.
• 3 years of experience flying on or maintaining platforms like E-3, RC-135, and C-32/C40.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain ISR aircraft and ground systems.
• Read and interpret electrical/electronic terminology, symbols, codes, and diagrams.
• Use test equipment to isolate malfunctions and perform repairs.
• Lead in a diverse, multidisciplinary team and train RSAF personnel.
• Develop local checklists for assigned duties.
• Other duties as assigned by supervision or management.

Skills

ISR mission systems

Troubleshooting

Teaching/Instruction

Aircraft maintenance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Security Clearance TS/SCI

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:

Sr. Specialist, Field Engineer ( Mission System Maintenance)

Job Code:

46283

Job Location:

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Schedule:

5/8: Employees work 8 hours per day, 5 days a week (Sun-Thurs)

Job Description:

The Field Engineer / Mission System Maintenance Advisor reports directly to the L3Harris Technologies Site Manager assigned to the Host Country. This position provides technical support, troubleshooting expertise, and hands-on instruction to Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) personnel supporting ISR mission systems on the L3Harris-modified RE-3A aircraft, associated ground systems, and training devices. This role is ideal for a maintenance professional with strong technical instincts and a passion for teaching. The selected candidate will work directly with customer technicians to diagnose faults, repair mission systems, improve maintenance practices, and build long-term capability through patient, effective on-the-job instruction.

Essential Functions:

• Operating and maintaining strategic ISR aircraft and ground systems.
• Read and interpret electrical/electronic terminology, symbols, codes, and diagrams/schematics/drawings. Including various types of technical orders (T.O.’s).
• Use test equipment to isolate malfunctions and required tools to effect repairs.
• Work under extreme weather conditions and assist team members with various tasks when required.
• Serves as forms and documentation expert for all components removed and replaced on the aircraft and ground systems.
• Responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining all ISR equipment delivered to the end user including aircraft, mission system trainer, and ground operator workstations.
• Communicates within the job site and with the PMO to explain and influence changes to practices, processes and approaches.
• Makes significant improvements in processes, systems, or products.
• Develop local checklists as applicable for assigned duties.
• Leading and collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervision or management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with six (6) years of USAF Special Systems Technician and/or Airborne Mission Systems Specialist Instructor experience.
• Master’s Degree with four (4) years of USAF Special Systems Technician and/or Airborne Mission Systems Specialist Instructor experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of USAF Special Systems Technician and/or Airborne Mission Systems Specialist Instructor experience.
• Must have four (4) years’ ISR mission systems and subsystems experience.
• Must be able to relocate to Saudi Arabia within 90 days of accepting assignment.
• Must have three (3) years of experience flying on, or maintaining specialized platforms like the E-3, RC-135, and C-32/C40 command Aircraft.
• Secret clearance at the time of hire, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret with SCI.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
• Experience as an aircraft maintenance instructor.
• Experience working and living in the middle east.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation).
• Ability to complete tasks unsupervised in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and OneNote.

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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.

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