Flight Test Engineer I

Gulfstream • Savannah, GA

20h

About The Position

Flight Test Engineer I in GAC Savannah Unique Skills: We are seeking a highly motivated entry-level Flight Test Engineer, with less than 3 years of total experience, to join our team supporting on-aircraft flight testing and data analysis. This role is well‑suited for engineers with strong problem‑solving skills, a passion for aviation, and the ability to thrive in a hands‑on test environment. Candidates will be placed into one of our core Flight Test Engineering groups based on background and flight test engineering needs: Aerodynamics & Performance Avionics & Electrical Systems Powerplant & Mechanical Systems We are looking for applicants with academic or project experience in one or more of the following areas: Aircraft performance, handling qualities, flight controls, flutter, loads, or aerodynamics Avionics Electrical systems Powerplant engineering Mechanical systems Position Purpose : Performs engineering work related to the investigation and solution of basic problems associated with research, design, development, service and manufacture of Gulfstream aircraft.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Engineering or related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job
• Entry level. 0 to 18 months experience.
• Ability to convey technical concepts in both written and verbal formats.
• The level of technical skills and abilities appropriate for this grade level will be established by each discipline.
• Work is closely supervised/monitored, follows established procedures and methods.
• This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

• Experience writing flight test plans and/or flight test reports
• Experience with MATLAB, or Python
• Experience with data analysis
• Experience deriving instrumentation requirements for on-aircraft flight testing
• Experience with 14 CFR Part 23, or Part 25 regulations
• Candidate with Pilot experience
• Experience with Honeywell Epic for Gulfstream Symmetry or PlaneView
• Experience with IADS or any real-time data monitoring systems

Responsibilities

• Provides technical assistance to engineering staff and contributes by completing discrete engineering tasks on schedule
• Using company procedures, applies engineering knowledge to resolve routine issues
• Analyzes and evaluates results of project activities
• Prepares recommendations for changes and compiles necessary reports for various department supervision
• Recognizes discrepancies and/or problems with analysis/test results and works toward corrective action
• Actively works to improve daily processes, and ensures all work meets customer requirements
• Continues learning and developing knowledge of application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in assigned field of expertise
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level