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Flight Test Engineer 3
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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.
$118,318 / year median in Florida
+7% projected growth
Job Description
- Perform all facets of flight testing, from initial planning through execution, data collection, reduction and analysis, report writing and recommendations to ensure on-time completion
- Provide project officer leadership required to plan and execute developmental, operational and research test or operate as project engineer or flight test engineer as required
- Provide a strict flight test disciplined approach to every aspect of flight test planning, execution, and deployed operations
- Provide advisory assistance to facilitate problem-solving and provide recommendations to ensure all flight tests are accomplished and are on time
- Interface with the various test organizations to support technical and safety plan approvals, communicate program office priorities and work daily scheduling issues
- Interface with the prime contractor and subcontractors to support the prioritization and scheduling of test item modifications, maintenance and flight test requirements
- Review and identify potential issues relating to modification packages for air vehicles, ground control stations, and other support equipment
- Assess and/or evaluate both subjective and objective data acquired through test execution
- Perform other duties as required. Standard Essential Functions
- Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
- Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
- Embodies AEVEX's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture. Qualifications and Competencies
- Strong understanding of new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals
- Strong ability to professionally represent the organization as a prime technical contact
- Strong ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals Education / Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required.
- Master's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or a related field is desired. Experience
- 6+ years of experience in engineering
- At least four (4) of which in the DoD (preferred)
- Must possess test and evaluation experience in an aerospace program with knowledge, experience, and recognized ability to be considered an aviation test engineering expert
- Experience with UAS flight test preferred
- Experience with ArduPilot mission planning software Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance, U.