Flight Test Engineer

2 weeks ago

Hood River, United States SNC Full time

In this role you will have great latitude to establish and perform the Test Program for a new UAS product. We're seeking experienced UAS Test pilots, Safety Test pilots, and Test Engineers to support the test and operations of SNC's Uncrewed System that will be fielded across the globe. You will support internal and external project efforts by developing test procedures, identifying key test activities and milestones, safely operating and testing a UAS, verifying conformance to requirements, working with all other engineering groups to identify and resolve design flaws and deficiencies.The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber. https://www.sncorp.com/company/business-areas/Responsibilities:Perform UAS flight testsDocument Test resultsLead UAS test programsDesign and write Test proceduresEnsure safe UAS operationsCoordinate with multiple engineering disciplinesParticipate in the design, development, and testing of prototype UAS systems, including hardware and software componentsDevelop test procedures and protocols to validate and verify the functionality and performance of UAS systems and subsystemsExecute validation and verification tests, analyze results, and generate reports to demonstrate compliance with project objectivesMust-haves:Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering or other related discipline and typically 10 or more years of experienceThorough understanding of engineering principles and practicesExperience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teamsAdvanced Knowledge of requirements management, system design, and systems integrationDemonstrated experience planning, conducting and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activitiesExperience with Unmanned systems test programsExperience in creating and executing flight test plansUnmanned Systems Flight operationsFlexibility in schedule and ability to travelStrong Leadership skillsIndependent self-starter work ethicStrong communication skills (written and verbal)Preferred:Knowledge of UAS operations in National Airspace, and regulations thereof. Current FAA 107 RPIC certificatePrivate Pilot license with FAA Class 3 medicalUAS Flight Instructor experience (Minimum of 3-5 years) providing training and instruction to flight test engineers, operators, and other personnelPrior UAS flight test experience (as an Engineer, or Operator), including stick time on small to medium sized UAS in manual mode (Including fixed wing, HVTOL, or rotary wing UAS)Demonstrated proficiency in the flight test operations, including pre-flight checks, data collection, and post-flight analysisSNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.IMPORTANT NOTICE:This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our teamAs an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination.  Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.

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