Senior Flight Test Engineer - Yuma, United States - ORSA Technologies LLC

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Senior Flight Test EngineerOrsa Technologies is seeking qualified candidates to provide Senior Engineer Operational Flight Test and Evaluation to Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron One.

The Operational Test and Evaluation Engineer will conduct operational tests and evaluations to ensure the effectiveness and suitability of Marine Corps aviation assets, which include UAS, helicopters, and fixed-wing aircraft.

The Operational Test Engineer works closely with pilots and other Marine Corps and Navy subject matter experts to plan for test events, collect data, and analyze results.

Draft reports to ensure verified and validated operational requirements are met, and capabilities are effective and suitable.

Daily responsibilities may consist of the following:
Assist junior engineers in developing test plans and conducting testing activities on complex systems to meet program requirements. Establish test planning working groups, plan and conduct flight test readiness reviews, and conduct pre and post-test briefings.

Plan and coordinate flight test mission requirements with responsible engineersDevelop flight test and mission profiles, develop and publish test plans, create flight test cards, and manage test schedulesIdentify and coordinate the availability of test ranges and facilitiesEstablish test planning working groups, plan and conduct flight test readiness reviews, and conduct pre and post-test briefingsReport on completed tests, including reporting any observed deficiencies and findings of compliance with requirements or regulations.

Advises the flight test pilot of the nature of the data to inform real-time decisions affecting safety, efficiency, and effectiveness.

Develop expert-level knowledge of the systems and aircraft under test.
Assists with troubleshooting and root cause investigation of issues observed during flight testing.

Conduct ground and flight tests in accordance with established test plans and proceduresParticipate in post-test data evaluation and problem identification and resolutionPrepare and publish test summaries and test reportsDrafting Operational Test (OT) and Integrated Test (IT) Plans and ReportsReview of Verification Correction of Deficiencies (VCD) documentationCoordination of inputs to execute a safe and operationally realistic test event(s) Prepare for and execute Operational Test Readiness Reviews, tests, designs, and reporting for Intermediate to expert-level background using CAD software, such as Solidworks, AutoCAD, or ProEngineerPerform operational testing, evaluate, and verify hardware and/or software to determine compliance with defined specifications and requirements.

Create/review Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP)


CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
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EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or other technical fieldMandatory: Bachelor of Science (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or other technical field) degree or equivalent experience and training.

At least 8 years of experimental or Operational flight test experience as a Flight Test Engineer.
Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with colleagues across various technical disciplines.
Strong technical and analytical skills.
Must be able to work independently and on a team and travel as required.
Read and speak English proficiently.


DESIRED REQUIREMENTS:
FTE graduate of a recognized test pilot school or equivalent on the job experience. Experimental flight test experience as a Flight Test Engineer, preferably including VTOL or STOVL and fly-by-wire.

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in written reportsAbility to multi-taskExperience using computational software, such as MATLAB and SimulinkStrong attention to detail and the ability to assess problems quickly and easily.

Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
ORSA Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.