Flight Test Telemetry Technician

The Structures Company•Greensboro, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Plan and document aircraft flight test telemetry frequency licenses. Support telemetry operations during flight tests, including TM room and TM van activities. Review, process, and store flight test data following each flight. Support pre- and post-flight briefings. Assist Data Flight Test Engineers with data reduction as needed. Prepare IADS displays to support aircraft and TM room operations. Maintain and troubleshoot TM room, TM van, and TM tower equipment and connections. Support off-site flight test operations as required (approximately 50% travel).

Requirements

Associate degree or Technical Diploma in Electronics (or equivalent experience and training).
5+ years of directly related experience.
Working knowledge of flight test systems, avionics, and FCC regulations.
Experience with Quasonix receivers and antenna control units.
Proficient with IADS and engineering software applications.
Understanding of S- and C-band frequency management and modulation schemes.
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all organizational levels.
Ability to work in environments with operational noise, temperature extremes, dust, aircraft equipment, and fuel odors.
Capable of standing, sitting, walking, bending, climbing, and reaching for extended periods as required.
Able to lift up to 10 lbs independently and up to 50 lbs with assistance equipment.
Must meet all applicable FAA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, and regulatory safety requirements.
Ability to read, hear, speak, and communicate effectively in business English.
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

Nice To Haves

Previous flight test experience preferred.
Fiber optics termination experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and document aircraft flight test telemetry frequency licenses.
Support telemetry operations during flight tests, including TM room and TM van activities.
Review, process, and store flight test data following each flight.
Support pre- and post-flight briefings.
Assist Data Flight Test Engineers with data reduction as needed.
Prepare IADS displays to support aircraft and TM room operations.
Maintain and troubleshoot TM room, TM van, and TM tower equipment and connections.
Support off-site flight test operations as required (approximately 50% travel).