FLIGHT TEST ENGINEER

This individual will work in the Experimental Engineering department and will be responsible for conducting R&D and certification ground/flight tests. The candidate will be responsible for test preparation, planning instrumentation and strain gauges, instrumentation and equipment calibration, programming data acquisition software, data reduction, and test reporting. He/she will assist in test conformities and TIA preparation, participate in FAA certification projects, support safety of flight briefings, and assist other Engineering Groups on an “as needed/as available” basis depending upon his/her other skills and abilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This individual will be responsible for R&D and certification ground/flight tests, including:

• Reviewing proposed projects and developing compliance and test matrices
• Planning, writing, and/or reviewing test plans and reports
• Programming data acquisition software
• Data reduction
• Planning instrumentation and strain gauges
• Instrumentation and equipment calibration
• Designing test facilities and/or acting as a liaison to outside sources providing test facilities
• Conducting weight and balance and maintaining records
• Conducting ground/flight tests, including pilot coordination and pre/post flight briefings as required
• Coordination and preparation of test conformities and TIA activities
• Coordinating test activities with certification agencies (FAA, etc.)
• Preparing Type Inspection Reports

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• An understanding of aircraft structure and systems, rotorcraft dynamics, aerodynamics, and powerplant
• An understanding of and ability to write test practices and procedures
• Experience with strain gauges, instrumentation, and wiring
• Advanced understanding of data acquisition software (*LabView is highly desirable )*
• Advanced computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Superior problem solving skills
• Superior communication skills (verbal and written)
• An ability to work multiple projects and multi-task
• Proven organizational skills
• An ability to work with people

The following are desirable, but not required:

• An understanding of FAA rules, regulations, and certification processes
• FAA Designated Engineering Representative (DER), Flight Analyst and/or Flight Test Pilot
• Basic design skills (SolidWorks, CADKey)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 5x8
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Menominee, MI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering? (Required)
• Do you have a strong understanding of aircraft structure and systems?
• Can you understand AND write test practices and procedures?
• Are you experienced with strain gauges, instrumentation, and wiring?
• Do you have LabView experience?
• Do you require sponsorship for work authorization?

Work Location: One location

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