Principal Flight Test Engineer - CH-47F Platform Systems (Onsite)

RTX•Davis, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Are you ready to shape the future of aerospace with cutting-edge technology? Join our Rotary Wing Platform Systems Team at Collins Aerospace! Here, you will play a crucial role in developing and flight-testing avionics for US Army CH-47F programs. This dynamic position offers the flexibility to push the boundaries of technology, enhancing the capabilities of the CH-47F Chinook aircraft platforms. This role requires a highly motivated person to participate in ground and flight test activities. The flight test engineer needs to be a self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as a member of the broader development and flight test team. They will be required to work closely with the customer and certifying agencies to establish and conduct flight test programs in the pursuit of airworthiness releases. This position is onsite in Huntsville, AL.

Requirements

Ability to obtain a US Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance.
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of experience, or an Advanced Degree with 5 years of experience.
U.S. citizenship is required, as this position involves work that is regulated by U.S. defense regulations.
Travel (domestic-US, and possible International) is required of this position, estimating 10-30% of the year.
3-10 year’s minimum of flight test or avionics operations or avionics systems software/hardware integration.
Physical ability to climb on and maneuver within aircraft is required for this position.
Must have the ability to pass a flight physical.
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1.

Nice To Haves

Collins Aerospace’s Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) experience.
Military and/or Private Pilot rating certifications.
Aircraft flight test experience.
Experience (military or civil aircraft) in avionics systems, specifically maintenance and troubleshooting.
Working knowledge / understanding of data busses and protocols (Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553B, and ARINC-429)
Aptitude for hands on aircraft troubleshooting to solve issues rapidly uncovered in flight test.
Experience with DOORS, PREP, JIRA and Microsoft Office Suite is desired.
Strong organizational skills including associated documentation.
Communicate with a wide variety of technical and management personnel as well the customer, normally active-duty military and associated contractors.

Responsibilities

Perform Platform Systems Engineering (PSE) activities and act as the Flight Test Engineer for the CH-47F program performing ground and flight test activities.
Travel to conduct flight tests for the CH-47F customer for different Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) updates.
Formulate test requirements, prepare and coordinate test plans.
Prepare flight schedules, test procedures and associated test cards.
Participate onboard aircraft (both on the ground and in flight) contributing to the overall test execution, aircraft troubleshooting, onboard data collection, post flight data analysis, documenting all aspects of test events, issue investigation and resolution, writing test reports, and documenting test results.
Design system solutions in a 'clean sheet' environment, ensuring the integration of Collins Aerospace products into complex upgrade programs.
Navigate through the bids & pursuits processes for flight test efforts.
Research test requirements and prepare test plans, procedures and flight cards.
Analyze and perform data reduction (video, digital) using MATLAB, Wireshark or other analysis tools.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Eligible for relocation
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs