Senior Test Engineer A-G

GMRE•Eglin Air Force Base, FL

About The Position

The Senior Test Engineer provides professional engineering expertise in the test and evaluation of weapon systems and equipment for a major test flight within the 780 TS. The role also provides test management mentoring to other squadron members where applicable. The position works independently on high-visibility or mission-critical program aspects and may oversee less senior staff or the work of all staff assigned to a specific job. It provides technical and administrative support to the Flight Chief and represents the Squadron and AFTC in discussions and conferences concerning conventional weapons testing and compatibility with airborne, seaborne, or ground systems. Occasional travel for meetings, training, or site visits may be expected. The position requires an active U.S. SECRET clearance, a government security investigation, and the ability to pass a background check for access to the relevant installation bases.

Requirements

Over 10 years of experience.
Master’s degree in the applicable discipline.
Active U.S. SECRET clearance at minimum and subject to a government security investigation.
Ability to pass a background check for access to the specific working location installation bases.
Valid driver’s license for insurance purposes; driving or renting a car for company business is expected with some frequency.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
Ability to function in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Ability to work flexible hours and respond on short notice as needed.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance.

Responsibilities

Advise the 780 TS Flight Chief on significant issues and problems related to work accomplishment.
Obtain and maintain SAP access, as required.
Provide test and evaluation expertise for developmental, engineering and evaluation, operational evaluation, and joint test evaluation programs involving weapons, aircraft fire control, and avionics integration.
Apply engineering and physical science knowledge, mathematics, principles, techniques, and practices to test and evaluation work.
Provide testing advice and recommendations to less experienced engineers and test personnel, and mentor squadron members in test management where applicable.
Develop, prepare, and review test documentation, including Data Plans, MOT, Test Cards, and Post Test Reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Advise and assist with planning, designing, provisioning, executing, and reporting on conventional munitions systems test programs, including sled testing, warhead arena testing, gun and ammunition testing, Hellfire missile, hazard classification, insensitive munitions, and environmental testing.
Establish standards for test documentation and technical reporting.
Technically review test directives, methods of test, data packages, letter reports, and technical reports.
Provide technical management and perform engineering duties related to test and evaluation of major weapon-system programs.
Provide technical and administrative support to the Flight Chief.
Represent the Squadron and AFTC at conferences and with other commands, government organizations, foreign nations, and industry on conventional weapons test and evaluation matters and compatibility with airborne, seaborne, or ground systems.
Travel occasionally for meetings, training, and/or site visits.
Drive or rent a car for company business when required.