Senior Flight Test Engineer - Advanced Effects (Steelfin)
Core
Plan, coordinate, and execute system-level test and evaluation (T&E) for developmental aircraft, weapons, and missile systems, including ground and flight testing at test ranges.
Role type
Senior Flight Test Engineer (Developmental Test)
Builds
New aircraft weapon and missile systems for U.S. and allied military capabilities
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Weapon Systems
Required skills
Test planning and execution, Ground and flight testing, Data collection and analysis, Requirements development, Test reporting, MIL-STD standards knowledge, Arming and release equipment integration, National Airspace System regulations, UAS operating rules, Engineering principles and theory
Preferred skills
DoD experience, Programming (Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript), Linux command line, COTS Small UAS autopilot software, Manned aircraft operations, Tactical datalinks, Multiple propulsion systems
Technologies
MIL-STD-8591, MIL-STD-2088, MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-1760, AS8775, AS5653, Linux, Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript
Responsibilities
Plan and execute system level T&E of hardware and software, Act as lead or supporting test engineer for missile or weapon systems, Collect test data and perform initial data analysis, Work with program management to develop requirements and discuss test results, Assist in creation of developmental test plans and reports, Conduct ground and flight testing at test ranges
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC