AEVEX

Flight Test Engineer 3

Tampa, Florida, United States · Contract

No sponsorshipDetected 91 days ago

CybersecurityMechanical DesignSensorsResearchLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingRemote Sensing

About the role

Job Overview This is a Flight Test Engineer (FTE) position for UAS development testing and designing of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), aviation electronic systems, and loitering munitions.
AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
This position requires teamwork, patience, a firm understanding of test and evaluation, safety and technical reviews and approvals, and the ability to travel to testing sites.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
Frequently required to stand for extended periods of time
Frequently required to lift up to 15 pounds
Frequently required to reach overhead and frequently reach at/below shoulder level
Occasionally required to operate hand tools, equipment, heavy machinery
Occasionally required to operate motor vehicle
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals
Strong ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or a related field is
Master's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or a related field is desired.
6+ years of experience in engineering
At least four (4) of which in the DoD (preferred)
Must possess test and evaluation experience in an aerospace program with knowledge, experience, and recognized ability to be considered an aviation test engineering expert
Experience with UAS flight test preferred
Experience with ArduPilot mission planning software

Provide project officer leadership required to plan and execute developmental, operational and research test or operate as project engineer or flight test engineer as required
Provide a strict flight test disciplined approach to every aspect of flight test planning, execution, and deployed operations
Provide advisory assistance to facilitate problem-solving and provide recommendations to ensure all flight tests are accomplished and are on time
Assess and/or evaluate both subjective and objective data acquired through test execution
Perform other duties as required.
Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
Embodies AEVEX's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

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