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Contract Flight Test Engineer Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Provide flight test engineering expertise to U.S. Air Force and Space Force customers for advanced technology development related to R&D, acquisition, development and testing of cutting-edge ...

Hartzell Propeller LLC is a world class engineering and manufacturing company offering the broadest ... Most domestic flight tests require 1-2 weeks of travel. Daily work will consist of spending time in ...

Most domestic flight tests require 1-2 weeks of travel. Daily work will consist of spending time in ... Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering Tech with an A&P ...

As a Test Engineer, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the performance, reliability, and ... the future of flight, defense, and space exploration. Pay Details: $48.28 per hour Benefit ...

Test Engineer

Akron, OH · On-site

$38 - $45/hr

Please note: this is a 6-month contract position. The Baby Airship team is seeking a dedicated ... Software: Development of flight control logic, telemetry processing, or embedded systems (C ...

Test Engineer

Raymond, OH · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

In this Test Engineer role, you will support accessory development through product validation, test ... Contract Duration: 12 months with extension Location: Raymond, OH (on-site) Pay Rate: $40.00 - $45 ...

... flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with ... Position Summary The Test Engineer I helps Engineering & Test Operations with the planning ...

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What is the difference between Contract Flight Test Engineer vs Contract Aerospace Test Engineer?

AspectContract Flight Test EngineerContract Aerospace Test Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in aerospace or mechanical engineering, FAA certifications often preferredBachelor's in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering, with similar certifications
Work EnvironmentOn aircraft, test ranges, and flight test facilitiesLaboratories, ground testing facilities, and flight environments
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily aerospace and defense companies conducting flight testsAirlines, aerospace manufacturers, and defense contractors involved in testing

While both roles involve testing aerospace systems, Contract Flight Test Engineers focus on in-flight testing of aircraft, whereas Contract Aerospace Test Engineers may work on ground-based or integrated system testing. The roles often overlap in credentials and industry, but their primary work environments differ.

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Infographic showing various Contract Flight Test Engineer job openings in Ohio as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution.
Flight Test Engineer (PL)

Flight Test Engineer (PL)

Canvas

Wright-patterson Air Force Base, OH

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Flight Test Engineer

Location: Arnold AFB - Tullahoma, TH

This is a pipeline requisition intended to identify and engage qualified candidates for anticipated future openings. Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview or offer of employment. Opportunities are subject to business needs, contract requirements, funding, and customer approval.

The Flight Test Engineer provides critical systems engineering, test planning, and operational execution support to the 715 TS IDT Flight. Acting as the Lead Developmental Test Organization (LDTO) on behalf of the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), this role is responsible for the safe and effective execution of hypersonic flight test programs. The position spans junior to senior experience levels, requiring progressive responsibility in test design, range coordination, safety documentation, and post-flight data analysis.

The primary functions of this role are categorized below. Personnel at senior levels are expected to perform these duties with high autonomy and lead cross-functional teams.


Test Planning & Design: Draft, review, and finalize detailed flight test plans, Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRM), and Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP) for hypersonic test assets.
Safety & Compliance: Generate, review, and complete all required safety documentation, including formal hazard analyses, risk assessments, and Go/No-Go checklists prior to test executions
Mission Execution: Act as a key LDTO representative during active flight tests. Coordinate with range control, program offices, and control room personnel to ensure adherence to test profiles and safety parameters.

Data Analysis: Perform post-flight analysis of telemetry and flight data to verify system performance against established requirements and aerodynamic models.

Reporting & Briefings: Author comprehensive technical test reports, engineering memos, and deficiency reports. Present test readiness briefings to senior government and military leadership.

Mentorship (Senior Levels): Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineering staff, ensuring the transfer of institutional knowledge regarding range operations and flight test protocols.