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Lead, Electrical Engineer

Greenville, Texas
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

The Lead, Electrical Engineer, will be a ODA Unit member in the Airworthiness Engineering Group at our Greenville, TX facility. As a subject matter expert, the successful candidate will serve as a critical technical authority for aircraft electrical systems certification, managing complex project initiatives of substantial importance to the organization with minimal oversight. This role leverages comprehensive knowledge of airworthiness regulations and in-depth project management expertise to make significant improvements in certification processes, systems, and solutions that enhance organizational performance.  

Essential Functions: 

  • As an FAA ODA Unit Member, review aircraft modifications and repairs performed by L3Harris and issue approvals on behalf of the FAA where appropriate.
  • Review electrical aspects of military aircraft modifications and repairs performed by L3Harris for compliance with military airworthiness certification criteria and issue approval recommendations where appropriate.
  • Act as ODA Task Leader for some projects, tracking certification progress, schedules, budgets, and resolution of issues on behalf of the LHX ODA.
  • Guide other Unit Members, the applicant team, customers, and vendors through complex certification tasks.
  • Provide input on establishment of new processes and standards for showing and finding compliance across programs to help the organization meet airworthiness standards while remaining competitive in the industry.
  • Mentor Unit Member candidates as they gain experience necessary to achieve FAA delegations.
  • Familiarity with FAA Order 8110.101 Type Certification for Military Commercial Derivative Aircraft.
  • Experience with safety analysis, lightning, or EWIS approvals.
  • Willing and able to travel up to 10%.
  • Position requires some overtime.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
  • Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree with nine (9) years of experience with Aircraft electrical systems and 14 CFR Part 23 and/or Part 25 requirements.
  • Graduate Degree with seven (7) years of experience with Aircraft electrical systems and 14 CFR Part 23 and/or Part 25 requirements.
  • In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of experience with Aircraft electrical systems and 14 CFR Part 23 and/or Part 25 requirements.
  • MIL-HDBK-516 military airworthiness certification.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen. 

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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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