Senior Flight Test Engineer - Space Systems
Core
Lead a team to plan, coordinate, and execute full system-level test and evaluation (T&E) for rocket-launched subsonic to hypersonic systems, including ground and flight testing at test ranges.
Role type
Senior Flight Test Engineer (Rocket/Hypersonic Systems)
Builds
Rocket-launched subsonic and supersonic systems, stage separation systems, and Flight Termination Systems (FTS)
Domain
Defense / Aerospace Propulsion & Ballistic Systems
Required skills
Rocket-launched systems test planning and execution, SRM flight testing, Guided missile development, Stage separation systems design and testing, MRTFB operations and procedures, Flight Safety Systems (FSS) compliance, Flight Termination System (FTS) integration, Ground and flight test data analysis, System engineering processes (EVM, MIL-STD-881), Military standards (MIL-STD-8591, MIL-STD-2088, etc.), Test schedule management, Stakeholder coordination
Preferred skills
Hypersonic vehicle design and flight testing, Solid or liquid rocket propellant engine testing, Programming (Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript), Flight simulation (SIMDIS, debris pattern propagation), Linux command line, COTS Small UAS autopilot software, National Airspace System regulations, Weapon or tactical datalinks, Multiple propulsion systems (air and non-air breathing)
Technologies
SIMDIS, Linux, Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, COTS Small UAS autopilot
Responsibilities
Collaborate with program management on test strategies and evaluation solutions, Develop test requirements and establish test gates/milestones, Lead team in planning and executing full system-level T&E of hardware and software, Engage with civil and government certifying agencies for operational authorizations, Conduct ground and flight testing at private and government-owned test ranges, Support startup of new test facilities for supersonic testing, Oversee test data collection and perform initial data analysis, Ensure safe operations in accordance with established procedures
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership