FLIGHT TEST ENGINEER

LOCATION: Nellis AFB, NM

JOB STATUS: Full-time
CLEARANCE: Secret

CERTIFICATION: FAA Class III Medical Certificate

TRAVEL: 15%

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Flight Test Engineer for the TMAS2-96TW Contract, supporting the Air Force Division, at Nellis AFB, NM.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• U.S. Citizenship is required and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or other technical field and 3-10 years of related experience.
• This skill level typically performs all functional duties independently.
• Must be a self-motivated expert able to take responsibility for identifying, organizing, coordinating, executing necessary tasks leading to the successful accomplishment of assigned duties.
• Must be proficient in Air Force test and evaluation methods for test planning, test execution, data analysis, and final report preparation
• Must be familiar with acquisitions and test management procedures including coordinating and interfacing with
• Must have a demonstrated ability to work as part of an integrated team
• HPO/SPOs.
• Must have strong communication skills and possess technical writing skills.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications is required.
• Must be able to obtain an FAA Class III Medical Certificate.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Flight test experience with military aircraft is highly desired.
• Test Conductor experience with military systems is highly desired.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools, such as MATLAB, is highly desired.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluating technical specifications and system design documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Preparing methods of test and technical reports for developmental tests of new and modified aircraft systems.
• Providing technical assistance to military test directors.
• Participating in test planning meetings, technical interchange meetings, and design reviews with Helicopter
• Program Office (HPO), Systems Program Office (SPO), and system developers.
• Presenting test strategy, objectives, and procedures to senior leaders at Safety Review Boards and Test Approval Boards.
• Coordinating with instrumentation and analysis personnel to define data collection and analysis requirements for test missions.
• Directing test missions from range control facilities and while airborne.
• Perform flight test engineer and test director duties onboard a variety of aircraft including Air Force HH-60 helicopters.
• Advising the customer on flight test issues and results.
• Incorporating scientific and technical principles in test planning, execution, analysis, and reporting.
• Travel to offsite locations, as required.

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