Flight Test Engineer

Job TitleJob DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesDevelop test objectives, methods, detailed test procedures, test cards, and data collection requirements while coordinating test support activities across ranges, airspace, instrumentation, and aircraft resources.Conduct technical evaluations of program requirements, system descriptions, and modification proposals; assess system operability, integration, performance, and recommend improvements or redesigns when appropriate.Participate in and support test planning meetings, technical interchange meetings, briefings, and reviews; prepare and deliver test materials, schedules, and status updates.Assist in planning, monitoring, and executing ground and flight test activities; collect, analyze, and validate test data; support development of interim and final test reports in accordance with approved formats.Coordinate closely with government and contractor personnel at Nellis AFB to ensure efficient scheduling, deconfliction of resources, and successful execution of test missions.Required Qualifications3–10 years of applicable engineering or flight test experience supporting aircraft, weapons, avionics, or mission systems.Demonstrated ability to independently perform all functional duties including test development, instrumentation support, data analysis, and reporting.Familiarity with Air Force test processes, airspace and range coordination, and multidisciplinary test team integration.Experience applying engineering principles, mathematical/statistical analysis techniques, and system evaluation methods to aircraft performance and mission systems.Education & CertificationBachelor's or Master's degree in an applicable engineering discipline.Clearance RequirementActive Secret clearance.U.S. citizenship required.