Flight Test Engineer - SME

Astrion•Eglin Air Force Base, FL

59d•Onsite

About The Position

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a FLIGHT TEST ENGINEER - SME for the TMAS2_96TW Contract, supporting the Air Force Division located on the EGLIN AFB, FL. This role involves developing and planning test strategies, writing test plans and reports, leading test teams, and managing test schedules for multiple lines of test and aircraft. The engineer will apply a strong understanding of current fighter tactics and weapon system capabilities to test planning, execution, and reporting. Responsibilities also include planning and programming Hardware and Software test series, interfacing with contractors and the government SPO, coordinating aircraft modification schedules, and traveling to various locations in support of test programs. The position requires effective oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team, leading and directing others.

Requirements

Must have an Active SECRET clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.
Master's degree in an applicable discipline, preferably in mechanical, electrical, or aerospace engineering.
Ten (10+) years of flight test experience is required.
F-16 flight test experience.
Requires knowledge of professional engineering concepts, principles, and techniques including substantive experience in the field of test and evaluation of new or modified weapon systems.
Subject Matter Experts are typically identified as recognized Industry leaders for a given area of expertise.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Operational or Developmental Test organizations is highly desired.
Proficiency in the use and integration of Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with range operations, safety, scheduling, and airspace use.
Knowledge of Eglin-based flight test processes and procedures, especially Developmental Test and Evaluation
Flight Safety Course, Weapons School or Test Pilot School.
Air Force or Navy Test Pilot School graduate is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Develops and plans test strategies, writes test plans, and publishes test reports using a working knowledge of military test and training range operations, flight safety, scheduling, and airspace restrictions.
Writes test procedures, test cards, and conducts test events and writes test event reports.
Leads test teams comprised of test engineers, data scientists, technicians, maintenance, flight schedulers, pilots, and aircrew.
Manages test schedules for multiple lines of test and aircraft conducting concurrent operations.
Applies a strong understanding of current fighter tactics and weapon system capabilities to test planning, execution, and reporting activities.
Plans and programs Hardware and Software test series and individual test missions.
Interfaces with weapon system prime contractors and the government System Program Office (SPO) regarding test objectives, schedules, budgets, and Methods of Test.
Typically works on high-visibility or mission critical aspects of a given program.
Coordinates aircraft modification schedules and availability of program-owned special test equipment.
Travels to defense contractors’ facilities, out-of-state test sites, and other locations for periods of time in support of various test programs.
Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Must be able to work effectively as part of a test team, and to lead and direct the work of others.