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Specialist, Field Engineer (Aircraft Systems)

Fayetteville, North Carolina
Full Time On-site

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.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Active Top-Secret with SCI.
  • Active Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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