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Astrion

Flight Test Engineer - SME

FL · On-site

... 96TW Contract, supporting the Air Force Division located on the EGLIN AFB, FL. REQUIRED ... Air Force or Navy Test Pilot School graduate is highly desired. RESPONSIBILITIES * Develops and ...

Astrion

Test Engineer, A/G

Eglin Air Force Base, FL

$94K - $105K/yr

... contract at EGLIN AFB, FL . The 780th Test Squadron is the Air Force's developmental test agency ... Test Pilot School graduate or Fighter Weapons School (Top Gun) graduate desired. RESPONSIBILITIES

Astrion

Test Engineer, A/A

Eglin Air Force Base, FL

$109K - $123K/yr

... contract at EGLIN AFB, FL . The 780th Test Squadron is the Air Force's developmental test agency ... Test Pilot School graduate or Fighter Weapons School (Top Gun) graduate desired. RESPONSIBILITIES

Astrion

Test Engineer, A/G

FL · On-site

... contract at EGLIN AFB, FL . The 780th Test Squadron is the Air Force's developmental test agency ... Test Pilot School graduate or Fighter Weapons School (Top Gun) graduate desired. RESPONSIBILITIES

Astrion

Test Engineer, A/A

FL · On-site

... contract at EGLIN AFB, FL . The 780th Test Squadron is the Air Force's developmental test agency ... Test Pilot School graduate or Fighter Weapons School (Top Gun) graduate desired. RESPONSIBILITIES

Astrion

Test Engineer, A/A

Eglin Air Force Base, FL · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

... contract at EGLIN AFB, FL . The 780th Test Squadron is the Air Force's developmental test agency ... Test Pilot School graduate or Fighter Weapons School (Top Gun) graduate desired. RESPONSIBILITIES

Astrion

Test Engineer, A/G

Eglin Air Force Base, FL · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

... contract at EGLIN AFB, FL . The 780th Test Squadron is the Air Force's developmental test agency ... Test Pilot School graduate or Fighter Weapons School (Top Gun) graduate desired. RESPONSIBILITIES

Canvas

Test Engineer - Air-to-Air (PL)

Niceville, FL

Canvas is seeking qualified candidates to support the 780th Test Squadron on the TMAS II contract ... Test Pilot School graduate or Fighter Weapons School (Top Gun) graduate desired. Security Clearance:

Canvas

Test Engineer - Air-to-Air (PL)

Eglin, FL · On-site

Canvas is seeking qualified candidates to support the 780th Test Squadron on the TMAS II contract ... Test Pilot School graduate or Fighter Weapons School (Top Gun) graduate desired. Security Clearance:

Starfish

Test Engineer Specialist

Eglin, FL

Desired: advanced degree or Test Pilot school graduate. * Must have Air Force Flight test ... No Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No #LI-AP1 Benefits: Torch Technologies is proud to ...

Canvas

Senior Test Engineer

Eglin, FL

Canvas is seeking qualified candidates to support the 780th Test Squadron on the TMAS II contract ... Test Pilot School graduate or Fighter Weapons School (Top Gun) graduate desired. Security Clearance:

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

AspectContract Test PilotFlight Test Engineer
Required CredentialsCommercial pilot license, type ratings, flight experienceEngineering degree, flight testing certifications
Work EnvironmentIn-flight testing, aircraft operationGround testing, data analysis, flight planning
Employer & IndustryAerospace companies, defense contractorsAerospace firms, aircraft manufacturers

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Flight Test Engineer - SME

Astrion

FL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Overview
FLIGHT TEST ENGINEER - SME
LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL
JOB STATUS: Full-time
CLEARANCE: Secret
CERTIFICATION:
TRAVEL: as needed
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.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
  • 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
  • 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.

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