Aircraft Maintenance C - P
Listed on 2026-07-06
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Aircraft Maintenance/ Mechanic
Job Title:
Aircraft Maintenance C – P8-A Program
Job Code: 40466
Job Location:
Waco, TX (Onsite)
Job Schedule:
4/10
The Aircraft Maintenance position plays a crucial role in ensuring the operational safety and efficiency of aircraft. This position involves extensive hands‑on work in inspecting, maintaining, and repairing aircraft to ensure compliance with safety regulations and performance standards.
Essential Functions- Performs maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re‑assembly or adjustment of various aircraft components in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations.
- Conduct thorough inspections to identify any wear, tear, or damage, and carry out necessary repairs.
- Use diagnostic tools and equipment to troubleshoot and resolve aircraft system issues.
- Adhere to maintenance manuals, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements during all maintenance activities.
- Document all maintenance activities accurately in maintenance logs and records.
- Collaborate with engineering teams and provide feedback on aircraft performance and any issues encountered.
- Ensure that all tools, materials and equipment are calibrated correctly and maintained in good working condition.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance maintenance processes and practices.
- Performs flightline operations, aircraft inspections or repairs, sometimes in confined spaces and inclement weather.
- Strong understanding of safety protocols and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics and engineering documentation.
- Ability to obtain certification to operate self‑propelled vehicles such as forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, aircraft support equipment and towing vehicles.
- Proficiency with aircraft maintenance software and diagnostic tools.
- Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and on‑call shifts.
- Ability to climb, including ladders, stairs, and portable stands and navigate these with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance required.
- Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post‑secondary/Associate’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
- Minimum 6 months experience in aircraft maintenance on P‑8, preferably with a focus on complex mechanical and avionics systems.
- 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. L3
Harris will provide the material to complete this task upon hire.
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification preferred.
- Experience with a variety of aircraft models that the company operates, such as C‑130, P‑8A, G550, etc.
- Active Secret security clearance.
- Advanced troubleshooting skills with a focus on avionics and electrical systems.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
- Excellent communication skills to liaise with engineers, customers and other maintenance staff.
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Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3
Harris 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.
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Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware that 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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