Flight Test Engineer 3

Sur siteÉtats-Unis

Tampa, Florida, États-Unis

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Work Arrangement This is an onsite position with required domestic travel up to 25%.

Job Overview This is a Flight Test Engineer (FTE) position for UAS development testing and designing of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), aviation electronic systems, and loitering munitions. The ideal candidate has experience with UAS flight test and project execution and implementing management procedures and controls. This person will provide advisory support and recommend project execution focus areas. This position requires teamwork, patience, a firm understanding of test and evaluation, safety and technical reviews and approvals, and the ability to travel to testing sites.

Essential Functions

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While

performing the duties the employee is

Frequently required to stand for extended periods of time Frequently required to lift up to 15 pounds Occasionally experience a high level of noise, adverse weather or temperature conditions Frequently required to reach overhead and frequently reach at/below shoulder level Occasionally required to operate hand tools, equipment, heavy machinery Occasionally required to operate motor vehicle

Security Clearance

Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Recruitment Communication Notice: All official correspondence regarding your

application, application status, interviews, or the AEVEX hiring process will come directly from an AEVEX representative using an @aevex.com email address or through Greenhouse, our applicant tracking system. Please use caution with communications claiming to represent AEVEX from other email domains, and always verify the sender before responding or providing personal information.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

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