Flight Test Engineer

Essential Functions:

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• Work as part of a team to plan, execute, and report on flight test programs for new aircraft designs, modifications, and upgrades
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• Develop and document test plans, procedures, and reports
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• Conduct flight tests and monitor aircraft systems in-flight
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• Analyze test data and provide recommendations for design changes or improvements
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• Collaborate with other engineering teams to ensure compliance with technical requirements and specifications
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• Support certification activities by working with regulatory agencies and industry standards groups
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• Manage and maintain test equipment and facilities
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• Provide technical guidance to other team members and mentor less experienced engineers
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• Adhere to safety regulations and best practices throughout all phases of flight testing
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• Other duties as assigned
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Qualifications and Education:

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• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field
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• 0-3 years of experience in flight test engineering or related field
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• Flight Test or R/C experience a plus
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• Experience with open-source autopilot software
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• Knowledge of aircraft systems, flight controls, and performance parameters
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• Familiarity with flight test instrumentation and data acquisition systems
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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
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• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple projects and priorities
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• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
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• Experience with regulatory requirements and certification processes is a plus
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• Pilot's license or experience flying as a crewmember is a plus
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• Ability to obtain/maintain a TS/SCI DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required
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AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits.

About AEVEX Aerospace

AEVEX Aerospace, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Massachusetts, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

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