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Experimental Flight Test Engineer Jobs in Kansas

SOGECLAIR

Project Management - Integrator Project

Wichita, KS · On-site

$88K - $104K/yr

Project Manager - Experimental Flight Test Overview We are seeking an experienced Project Manager ... Collaborate with engineering teams, technical specialists, suppliers, business leaders, pilots, and ...

Shield AI

Propulsion Test Engineer (R4380)

Wichita, KS · On-site

$150K - $230K/yr

You will work closely with propulsion engineers, flight test teams, autonomy developers ... Prior involvement in developmental or experimental flight test programs. * Experience with ...

Shield AI

Flight Test Engineer (R5006)

Wichita, KS · On-site

$115K - $215K/yr

Shield AI is seeking an experienced Flight Test Engineer to plan, execute, analyze, and improve ground and flight test operations for a fast-paced next gen aircraft system. You will work closely ...

Sogeclair

Project Manager

Wichita, KS · On-site

... with engineering, operations, suppliers, and customer stakeholders . Key Responsibilities: * Lead and deliver complex Experimental Flight Test projects while ensuring adherence to scope, schedule ...

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Flight Test Engineer

Newton, KS • On-site

Yoh - A Day & Zimmerman Company
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$65 - $80/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Yoh has an exciting, contract opportunity for a Flight Test Engineer ECS & Thermal Systems to join our Aerospace & Defense client in Newton, KS. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced engineer who can work onsite in a hands-on flight-test environment supporting the evaluation of environmental control and aircraft thermal management systems.
See below for abbreviated job responsibilities and requirements. If after reviewing, you are interested in learning more about this, or other engineering opportunities, please apply with your updated resume ASAP.
Title: Flight Test Engineer ECS & Thermal Systems
Location: Newton, KS (Onsite)
Compensation: $65-80/hr DOE
Type: 6-Month Contract, Full-Time
Eligibility: Must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable U.S. export-control regulations due to the nature of the technical data and systems involved.
Responsibilities
  • Provide onsite engineering support for experimental aircraft flight-test activities involving Environmental Control Systems (ECS), cooling systems, and thermal performance.
  • Develop a detailed understanding of aircraft systems, equipment locations, instrumentation, and relevant test configurations.
  • Build, update, and review real-time test-data displays used to monitor aircraft performance during ground and flight operations.
  • Staff the flight-test console and monitor key system parameters, including temperatures, liquid-cooling performance, airflow/fan operation, and other identified areas of technical risk.
  • Coordinate with design engineers and flight-test personnel to evaluate system behavior and identify potential thermal or equipment concerns during testing.
  • Communicate real-time observations and technical information to Test Conductors, Test Directors, and other engineering personnel during flight operations.
  • Process, analyze, and review flight-test data to assess system performance and support engineering conclusions.
  • Prepare technical documentation, engineering summaries, and formal test reports based on collected data and test results.
  • Provide limited assistance with test preparation, procedures, and planning activities as needed.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated experience working with engineering test data, including data reduction, analysis, technical review, and report preparation.
  • Proficiency with data-analysis tools such as MATLAB, Python, Excel, or comparable engineering software.
  • Ability to interpret engineering schematics, test procedures, instrumentation outputs, and other technical documentation.
  • Strong written and verbal technical communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, onsite testing environment.
  • Ability to work full-time onsite in Newton, KS and travel periodically to Frisco, TX as business needs require.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous experience supporting formal aircraft or aerospace flight-test programs.
  • Familiarity with IADS or comparable real-time test-data visualization and monitoring platforms.
  • Knowledge of aircraft Environmental Control Systems (ECS), liquid-cooling systems, forced-air cooling, fans, or other thermal-management technologies.
  • Experience communicating via radio in a flight-test control room or similar operational environment.
  • Hands-on familiarity with test instrumentation used to measure temperature, pressure, flow, or related engineering parameters.

Estimated Min Rate: $52.50
Estimated Max Rate: $80.00
What s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
  • Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
  • Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
  • MetLife Voluntary Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan
  • Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
  • Referral Bonus Programs
  • Certification and training opportunities

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