Senior Flight Test Engineer

Responsibilities

• Provide flight test engineering expertise to cruise missile weapon system development
• Act as Test Director for instrumentation and data collection assets
• Lead and participate in flight and ground test event planning, test execution, data management, data collection and data distribution
• Develop and review test objectives, plans and other required documentation
• Coordinate and provide requirements for test venues, test assets and participants across the DOD community
• Develop test planning for ACAT I program
• Apply technical expertise to assess test range, weapon system or technology project readiness for testing and advise senior government personnel on test readiness
• Prepare mission execution schedules, logistics coordination and track status and risk
• Interface with other government and range organizations and development contractors

• Required Skills:
• Bachelors of Science degree in engineering or science
• 6+ years of related experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Experience serving as a Test Director and performing on-console operations
• Experience with nuclear weapon system testing and sub-launched weapon systems
• Active Secret Clearance

• Knowledge and understanding in advanced weapon system development and design
• Proven track record working with weapon system teams focused on integration and testing
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate multiple and complex test support assets
• Skilled in preparing briefings and comprehensive documentation
• Proficiency in preparing mission/test/flight readiness reviews and briefing material for senior leadership decision

• Experience with NNSA and CNWDI programs
• Experience in preparing mission execution checklists and countdown documents

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Masters of Science degree in engineering