Aircraft Maintenance A

L3Harris • Waco, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice plays a crucial role in ensuring the operational safety and efficiency of aircraft. The position involves hands-on inspection, maintenance, and repair work to ensure compliance with safety regulations and performance standards. The role is located in Waco, Texas, and follows a 4/10 schedule: 10-hour days, four days a week.

The apprentice performs maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, reassembly, and adjustment of aircraft components in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations. Work may include flightline operations, inspections, and repairs in confined spaces or inclement weather. The employee must have the required tools before starting; a tool list will be provided. Tools must be shadowed and engraved. L3Harris will provide the material needed to complete the task upon hire.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0 to 3 years of prior related experience.
• 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 and equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, aircraft support equipment, and towing vehicles.
• Proficiency with aircraft maintenance software and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and on-call shifts.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and portable stands and navigate them with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to pass a flightline physical.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required clearance.
• Must have required tools before starting work; tools must be shadowed and engraved.

Nice To Haves

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, reassembly, and adjustment of aircraft components according to technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations.
• Inspect aircraft to identify wear, damage, or other issues and complete necessary repairs.
• Use diagnostic tools and equipment to troubleshoot and resolve aircraft system issues.
• Follow maintenance manuals, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements during maintenance activities.
• Accurately document maintenance activities in logs and records.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and provide feedback about aircraft performance and issues encountered.
• Ensure tools, materials, and equipment are correctly calibrated and maintained in good working condition.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance maintenance processes and practices.
• Perform flightline operations, aircraft inspections, and repairs, including work in confined spaces and inclement weather.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED