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Engineering Flight Test Specialist II
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What they do
An Aerospace Engineer designs aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft using knowledge of engineering and physics, and tests prototypes to see if they work according to design. May specialize in aeronautical design and work with airplanes and helicopters, or specialize in astronautical design and work with vehicles used in outer space. May specialize in a particular area of design, such as aerodynamic flow or navigation.
$138,433 / year median in California
+9% projected growth
Job Description
- Prepares detailed post flight test reporting and is required to report, follow and ensure adherence to all safety protocols
- Provides pertinent feedback to various department personnel on observed aircraft performance
- Performs flight demonstrations (also in charge of demo equipment, planning, travel, etc.)
- Leads Flight Factory Acceptance and Site Acceptance Testing events
- Responsible for acceptance quality control ("QC") system testing before flight test and after flight test
- Manages flight teams inventory and ensure all equipment is in good working order
- Responsible for checking in and out flight test-owned equipment
- Analyzes and solves problems that develop during flight testing
- Consistently exhibits substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge/skills to complete a wide range of tasks
- Works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations
- Performs troubleshooting tasks for off the shelf vendor payload integrations and writes post test procedure
- Normally receives little instruction on daily work and general instructions on newly introduced assignments
- Completes Jira tasks within the timeline assigned
- Travel (International & Domestic) up to 80%
- Other duties as assigned We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day.
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https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)- High School diploma or GED equivalent is required
- 4 years of relevant work experience is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Experience working with manufacturing systems, processes and procedures
- Requires advanced computer operation skills, including familiarity IP protocol and experience with MS programs
- Experienced in controlling systems (i.e. RC Aircraft) requiring quick thinking, quick reactions, awareness of subsystem failure symptoms and quickly adapting/responding with appropriate emergency procedures
- Understanding of basic flight planning within
FAA/ICAO
regulations- Must have and maintain a clean DMV record, in order to drive company vehicles
- Ability to travel within the Continental U.S. in support of flight testing (Frequent)
- Required to pass FAA Part 107 Small Unmanned Aircraft exam
- Will be required to pass an Annual Proficiency And Readiness Test (APART) Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
- RC/UAS experience is desired
- Prior Military and/or Aviation experience is preferred
- Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
- Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
- Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
- Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
- Must be able to travel (International & Domestic) up to 80%