Engineering Flight Test Specialist II

AeroVironment•Petaluma, CA

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Engineering Flight Test Specialist II acts as remote pilot in command for unmanned aircraft systems or vehicles for flight testing, acceptance test protocol (ATP), Flight Acceptance Testing, and various internal and external demonstrations.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent
2 - 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)
Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

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
Able to travel (Internationally and Domestic) up to 80%

Responsibilities

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