F-16 Test Engineer

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Eglin Village, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a skilled and experienced F-16 Test Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role plays a vital role in the development and enhancement of the F-16 aircraft, ensuring its optimal performance and safety. The successful candidate will assist the F-16 OFP CTF at Eglin AFB, FL. The individual will work as part of a highly-skilled integrated product team to develop and test new Radar, datalinks, and advanced weapons combat capabilities for the F-16. The individual selected for this position will assist fellow test engineers and test aircrew in the planning, execution, and reporting of highly complex test missions.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship
A technical Bachelor's degree (Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering). Additional experience may be substituted in lieu of degree requirement.
at least 3 years' test experience with fighter systems (primary) and/or fighter tactical datalinks (secondary).
Working knowledge of Ethernet Standards and MIL STD 1553 interfaces and an understanding of Windows-based personal computers and Microsoft Office software,
Possess demonstrated ability to recognize and analyze problems, conduct research, summarize results, and make appropriate recommendations.
Candidate must support a team as well as individually taking responsibility for identifying, organizing, coordinating, and executing necessary tasks to succeed at assigned duties.
Active Secret clearance (within 5 years), must be able to maintain current clearance throughout employment tenure.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in aeronautical, mechanical, or electrical engineering and flight test experience including aircraft systems development, test and evaluation, and systems engineering
Extensive years of test experience (10+) with fighter systems (primary) and/or fighter tactical datalinks.
Experience with data analysis tools and Radar design or testing is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Conduct flight test planning, execution, and analysis for F-16 aircraft.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement test plans and procedures.
Perform data collection and analysis during flight tests, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
Identify and troubleshoot technical issues, providing innovative solutions to enhance aircraft performance.
Collaborate with engineers and technicians to develop and implement modifications and upgrades to the F-16 aircraft.
Prepare detailed reports and documentation of flight test results and findings.
Travel to offsite locations to support early integrated system development, refine testing procedures with vendors, and contribute to Combat Air Forces (CAF) systems knowledge.