Senior Supervisor, Aircraft Maintenance - Flightline

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 : Senior Supervisor, Aircraft Maintenance (Flightline)
Job Code: 41955
Job Location: Waco, TX (Onsite)
Job Schedule: 4/10

Job Description:

The Senior Supervisor, Operations Management role directs the development and implementation of activities in production to meet goals for quality, cost, and efficiency; manages operations including manufacturing, planning, engineering, testing, quality, and logistics; oversees procedures, budgets, capital expenditures, and labor; and ensures compliance with legal and safety standards, with a strong emphasis on aircraft electrical installations and modifications.

Essential Functions:

• Engage in the development of their team’s aircraft schedules and metrics. Build a strong understanding of metric data to support sound operational decision-making.
• Ability to review aircraft technical information and manage the execution of technical tasks to ensure safety, accuracy, quality, and adherence to budgetary and staffing requirements.
• Provide direction and coordination of all manufacturing operations.
• Contribute to the establishment and adherence to operational policies and procedures.
• Achieve company goals for production/sales in a timely, cost-effective, and efficient manner.
• Assist in the planning and staffing of Manufacturing Operations.
• Assist in efforts to maintain a clean, safe environment for all employees.
• Represent Manufacturing Operations in meetings, both internal and external.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA/EPA standards and all legal requirements.
• Support manufacturing initiatives (e.g., Lean Manufacturing, SPC, CPI, AS9100).
• Comply with and enforce L-3 policies and Ethics codes.
• Review existing and potential equipment requirements for manufacturing.
• Willingness and ability to work outside regularly scheduled hours and/or overtime to meet company objectives.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 4 years prior relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• Minimum 6 months experience leading and managing the execution of processes, projects, tactics, and employees within a team.
• Minimum 6 months experience with aircraft electrical installations and modifications.
• Minimum 6 months experience with electrical and mechanical engineering drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Minimum 6 months experience with project management metrics like Earned Value Management methodology that measures the progress and performance of a project.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience on G550 platform, preferably with a focus on complex mechanical and avionics systems.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with team members and stakeholders.
• Proven experience in making sound decisions under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
• Strong commitment to ethical practices and integrity.
• Effective problem-solving capabilities with a track record of implementing solutions.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing environments and resilience in overcoming obstacles.
• Ability to inspire and motivate team members to achieve high performance.
• Experience in delegating tasks appropriately and empowering team members.
• Strong sense of responsibility and accountability for team and project outcomes.
• Skilled in managing and resolving conflicts within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• Relevant technical knowledge or industry expertise required for the role.

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.

Please be aware 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.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.