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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Flight Sciences Technical Program Lead - **Company:** L3Harris Technologies, Inc. - **Location:** Plano, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Femap, Nastran (Computer-Aided Design Software), SC Clearance, Teamcenter (Software) - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=00999e36f7fe2e2b ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree with 15 years of experience in aerodynamics, structural dynamics, structural analysis, or durability and damage tolerance analysis in modifying fixed-wing manned aircraft. * Graduate Degree with 13 years of experience in aerodynamics, structural dynamics, structural analysis, or durability and damage tolerance analysis in modifying fixed-wing manned aircraft. * In lieu of a degree, minimum of 19 years of experience in aerodynamics, structural dynamics, structural analysis, or durability and damage tolerance analysis in modifying fixed-wing manned aircraft. * Minimum of five (5) years of experience leading a team of engineers. * Must be a U.S. Citizen. Preferred Additional Skills: * Active Secret Clearance. * Experience with MSC Nastran, Femap, NX, and Teamcenter. * Experience with Flight Testing. ## Description The Structural Engineering Scientist is responsible for technical solutions for the multi-discipline Flight Sciences team (aerodynamics, structural dynamics, structural analysis, durability and damage tolerance analysis, mass properties analysis) for special mission modifications to commercial aircraft. You will provide program-level guidance on showing compliance with FAA airworthiness regulations related to loads, structure, and weight & balance. You will work with program leadership and external engineering teams to coordinate the required engineering analysis and testing., * Support and review engineering bids and ROMs. * Perform engineering work in one of the Flight Sciences disciplines up to their current job level to assist as needed. * Lead Flight Sciences engineers to manage their scope, budget, and schedule performance. * Mentor Flight Sciences engineers to develop their technical and leadership skills. * Guide engineers in creating innovative solutions to complex engineering problems. * Work with airworthiness authorities to optimize program certification approaches. * Provide input on program plans and program schedules. * Communication of programs flow down information to Flight Sciences. * Review monthly labor forecasts and identify program staffing needs to ASE managers. * Influence and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders outside of Flight Sciences. * Good computer skills including working knowledge of MS Office Suite. * Willingness to travel up to 5%. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance. * Other duties as assigned by Supervisor. ## Related Videos - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Times of (climate) crisis - How and why sustainable software is a must!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/988-times-of-climate-crisis-how-and-why-sustainable-software-is-a-must) - [Successful talent development: A joint journey of executives and talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1002-successful-talent-development-a-joint-journey-of-executives-and-talents) - [Kettle and Pot or Peas in a Pod? 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