Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Summary
The Senior Lead Engineering Flight Test Specialist acts as remote pilot in command for unmanned aircraft systems or vehicles for flight testing, acceptance test protocol (ATP), various internal and external demonstrations and is the primary Site Lead for Test events.
Position Responsibilities
- Prepares detailed post flight test reporting and is required to report, follow and ensure adherence to all safety protocols.
- Provides pertinent feedback to various department personnel on observed aircraft performance.
- Performs and Leads Flight Demonstrations (also in charge of demo equipment, planning, travel, etc.)
- Responsible for acceptance quality control ("QC") system testing before flight test and after flight test.
- Manages flight teams’ inventory and ensure all equipment is in good working order.
- Responsible for tracking and tasking out flight test-owned equipment.
- Analyzes and solves problems that develop during flight testing.
- Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative.
- Exhibits understanding of implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions.
- Writes and implements methods and procedures on new assignments and serves as team leader.
- Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
- Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical studies (Manned, Unmanned, Engineering) or equivalent combination or experience and training is required.
- 6+ years of relevant work experience is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Experience working with manufacturing systems, processes, and procedures.
- Requires advanced computer operation skills, including familiarity with MS Word and Excel, and data mapping programs.
- Experienced in controlling systems (i.e., RC Aircraft) requiring quick thinking, quick reactions, awareness of subsystem failure symptoms and quickly adapting/responding with appropriate emergency procedures.
- Must have and maintain a clean DMV record, in order to drive company vehicles.
- Ability to travel within the Continental U.S. in support of flight testing (Frequent)
- Required to pass FAA Part 107 Small Unmanned Aircraft exam.
- 2 – 4 years of experience leading a small team, giving direction in high stress environment, and making risk reduction mitigations
- Will be required to pass an Annual Proficiency And Readiness Test (APART)
- Must be able to travel internationally
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
- MATLAB experience preferred
- RC/UAS experience is desired
- Aptitude for Test Readiness Review evaluations
- Prior Manned Military and/or Civil Aviation experience is preferred
- As a skilled specialist, one completes tasks in resourceful and effective ways
- Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
- Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
- Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
- Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of
oneself, others, and the company
- Demonstrates effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal, team leadership and communication skills
- Consistently demonstrates teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
Physical Demands
- Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions and traverse across uneven ground and varying terrain (Frequent)
- Able to lift and/or move objects of varying sizes and shapes up to 50 lbs. (Frequent)
- Able to repeatedly throw objects up to 16 lbs. over shoulder (Frequent)
- Required to stand and/or sit for long periods of time (Constant)
- Able to maintain visual line of sight of unmanned air vehicles up to 1 kilometer away (Frequent)
- Able to demonstrate good manual dexterity to assemble and disassemble product (Frequent)
The salary range for this role is:
$34 - $49AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
ITAR Requirement:
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
Who We Are
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.
What We Do
Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
ITAR
U.S. Citizenship is required. Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability obtain a clearance is desired.Similar Jobs
What We Do
AeroVironment is a developer of unmanned aircraft systems for the Pentagon and dozens of other allied nations.
