Job Description

We are seeking the services of a qualified flight test engineer.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATION

-Graduate of an approved test pilot school, EASA CAT I or CAT II Test Pilot Rating.
-Bachelors/Masters Degree in Aeronautical Engineering or other Technical Engineering Area.
-Minimum of 100 hours of developmental, engineering, or experimental flight test time.
-Strong preference for candidates with documented EASA CS-23/25/ development and certification experience.
-Military background would be advantageous.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
-Plan, execute and report on engineering and experimental test flights of new or modified aircraft and/or systems.
-Demonstrate safe, effective, and efficient test planning and execution, applying crew resource management principles with flight crew, aircraft, etc.
-Be a positive and constructive member of the test pilot team and project teams as assigned to maximize unity of effort and ensure successful accomplishment of the test program.
-Make recommendations as to operational effectiveness of systems, aircraft handling qualities and design improvements.
-Establish a proper liaison between the Flight Test Department and the other Engineering Departments
-Create and review aircraft certification documentation, including certification plans, data, and reports
-Prepare and/or review Pilot Operating Handbooks and Flight Manuals
-Perform additional tasks and acquire varying responsibilities as appropriate.

REQUIRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

- Strong knowledge and experience in software driven radios, including the functionality, configuration, and tests.
- Strong knowledge of system design, development, and implementation.
- Experience with system testing and debugging.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work with design engineers, flight test crews, and maintenance personnel

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