The Engineering Flight Test Specialist I acts as remote pilot in command for unmanned aircraft systems or vehicles for flight testing, developmental testing, acceptance test protocol (ATP), and various internal and external demonstrations.
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.
Perform flight demonstrations (also in charge of demo equipment, planning, travel, etc.).
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 solve problems that develop during flight testing.
Applies acquired job skills and company policies & procedures to complete assignments.
Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature and exercises sound judgment.
Follows established procedures on routine tasks, requiring instruction only on new assignments and minimal supervision.
Other duties as assigned.
High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
1 - 2 years of relevant work experience is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Experience working with manufacturing systems, processes and procedures.
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.
Requires basic computer operation skills, including familiarity with MS Word and Excel.
Will be required to pass an Annual Proficiency And Readiness Test (APART).
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.
Manned Aviation experience is desired.
Background in computer networking and data plotting.
RC/UAS experience is desired.
Prior Military and/or Aviation experience is a plus.