RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform test planning, safety reviews, execution, and reporting
• Collect and perform initial test data analysis for the system under test
• Work closely with engineering teams to discuss test results, to include collected data and observations
• Support execution of flight testing at private and government owned test ranges
• System level T&E of hardware and software with emphasis placed on resource planning, conducting ground and flight testing, and process improvement/development
• Act as primary test engineer during ground and flight operations
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. (May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.)
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Previous expertise and working knowledge of the National Airspace System and UAS operating rules and regulations thereof.
• Must have a complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
• Strong computer and documentation experience.
• Must have effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• U.S. Person Status is required as this position needs to access controlled data. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or related background
• Experience working with the Department of Defense (DoD)
• Experience as a test conductor, test director, test pilot/navigator or similar
• Component level qualification experience
• FAA Part 107 qualification
• Prior experience with small UAS