Flight Analyst ODA Unit Member / Flight Test Engineer

Company: L3Harris Technologies
Location: Blue Ridge
Posted on: February 9, 2026

Job Description:

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: Flight Analyst ODA Unit Member / Flight Test EngineerJob Code : 30290Job Location: Greenville, TXSchedule: 9/80 Existing Active DoD SECRET security clearance; must be able to obtain TS/SCI clearances as required. Job Description:This position is for a Flight Test Engineer reporting to the ISR Sector Flight Test and Flight Operations Department. The successful candidate will become an FAA ODA Flight Analyst Unit Member, generating flight test data, or approving flight test data on behalf of the FAA. Essential Functions:Define test requirements, develop test procedures and test plans, execute and manage ground and flight test events, range and airspace management, data collection and analysis, instrumentation of test assets and documentation/ presentation of test resultsInteract with other systems engineers, and collaborate with our mechanical, electrical and aeronautical engineers in planning, design and manufacture of systems to ensure successful air vehicle and flight systems performance.Determine compliance with Military Specification/FAA Certification requirements and assist with the gathering of flight test data.Participate in aircraft flight testing during experimental and engineering flight tests, production acceptance and flight test support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers.Coordinate test flight operations.May serve as a Test Director, responsible for the execution of flight and ground tests. Qualifications:Existing Active DoD SECRET security clearance; must be able to obtain TS/SCI clearances as required.Bachelor's Degree in Aeronautical Engineering and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience to include in flight operations including test management and execution. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.The candidate must have demonstrated expertise in airspace/range management, FAA certification requirements and systems engineering disciplines associated with a flight test/demonstration program to include requirements definition, design reviews and documentation, and systems integration.Candidate must have the ability to obtain Class III Airman certificate.Familiar with analysis and testing for air vehicle performance, handling qualities and structural loads.Knowledge/experience with FAA Part 23, 25, 27, 29 and 91 regulations.Knowledge/experience with MIL-HDBK-516 and JSSG series.The candidate must have experience in managing ground and flight test teams in various categories of aircraft. Preferred Additional Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.Graduate of a military Experimental Test Pilot School or are a FAA Flight Analyst DER with a current eCOA. 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 .

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