Engineering Flight Test Specialist II

AeroVironment • Petaluma, CA

2d • $31 - $44

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 Position 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 Other duties as assigned

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)
• ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
• 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

• 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
• 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
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED