Engineering Flight Test Specialist II

AeroVironment•Petaluma, CA

7d•$31 - $48•Onsite

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. This role involves preparing detailed post-flight test reporting, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and providing feedback on aircraft performance. The specialist will also perform flight demonstrations, lead testing events, manage inventory, analyze and solve problems during flight testing, and complete tasks within assigned timelines. The position requires significant travel, up to 80% both domestically and internationally.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
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 able to travel (International & Domestic) up to 80%.
Secret clearance level.
U.S. Citizenship required.
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.

Responsibilities

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.
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.