Staff Flight Test Engineer, Missiles

Highlights

• Lead system-level ground and flight testing for missile and weapon systems.
• Conduct ground and flight testing at private and government-owned test ranges.
• Drive test planning, execution, reporting and process improvement efforts.

Ideal candidate

A highly motivated flight test leader who thrives in fast-paced, innovative environments and is passionate about fielding impactful defense systems through hands-on testing and cross-team collaboration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline or equivalent engineering experience
• 8+ years as a lead test conductor/director for developmental weapon or missile systems on manned and/or unmanned aircraft
• Experience with requirements development, test planning and execution, and test reporting
• Working knowledge of MIL-STD-8591, MIL-STD-2088, MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-1760, AS8775, AS5653, etc.
• Experience integrating and conducting test with suspension, arming, and release equipment
• Broad understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory
• Working knowledge of the National Airspace System and UAS operating rules and regulations
• Strong computer, documentation, and communication (written and verbal) skills