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217835 - Experimental Flight Test Engineer

Industry
ENG
Region
CA-S.Cali-Los Angeles/Orange Counties
City
Torrance
State
CA
Rate
Up to $195000.00 DOE
Duration
Description

Chipton-Ross is seeking an Experimental Flight Test Engineer for a direct opportunity in Torrance, CA.



Client is offering salary increases twice a year. Comprehensive group health plans including medical EPO, PPO and High Deductible Health Plans with Health Savings Account, dental, vision and other supplemental plans which begin on the day you begin employment with Client. Supplemental Plans include Voluntary Life Insurance, and Pet Insurance. Client offers a competitive 401k Plan.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

  • 6+ years' experience as an experimental rotary wing flight test engineer.
  • Significant experience managing risk and safety in the experimental flight test environment.
  • Experience in development and type certification flight test programs for fixed and/or rotary-wing aircraft.
  • Excellent academic record.
  • Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, and work well with others
  • Ability and willingness to work irregular hours and workdays, and travel to and support operations at offsite locations when needed.
    • Proven self-starter requiring minimal supervision, with strong project management, organization, and risk management skills.
  • Thorough understanding of technical theories, concepts and practices in the fields of experimental flight testing, rotorcraft aerodynamics, performance and flying qualities.
  • Working knowledge of aircraft systems and avionics flight testing methods and of the applicable FAR requirements.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products and engineering software tools.

    • POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Formulate experimental flight test requirements.
  • Participate as a test crew member or a test conductor in development and research flight tests of experimental rotorcraft.
  • Conduct varying, complex flight test projects for rotorcraft including writing test plans, test cards, and flight test reports.
  • Conduct flight test sorties briefs and debriefs.
  • Provide detailed requirements and/or assist in developing specialized flight test instrumentation required to achieve test objectives and goals.
  • Conduct analysis of flight test data to prepare reports and technical publications.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop test strategies, determine test configurations, plan, and execute test programs in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.
  • Comply with department processes and standard operating procedures to ensure flight testing is accomplished with high levels of safety, effectiveness, consistency, and efficiency.
  • Contribute insights and innovations to improve the product and organization.
  • Participate in multi-disciplinary design reviews and assist with resolving cross-functional technical issues.
  • Document and control test articles configuration.
  • Develop and monitor test schedules with project engineers and managers.
  • Lead and/or participate in flight test safety programs to ensure testing hazards are mitigated to reduce risk and to promote safe execution of tests. This includes participation in flight test plan reviews, pre and post flight briefings and test readiness reviews.
  • Interface with regulator (FAA, EASA, TCCA, etc.) flight test personnel to conduct flight test aspects of aircraft certification.
  • Maintain required records and conduct audits to verify compliance with processes and procedures.
  • Maintain flying currency as a flight test engineer in multiple experimental rotorcrafts.

    • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

  • Graduate of a recognized flight test school or possess substantial experience in development and certification flight test programs
  • Significant experience in defining, designing and installing specialized flight test instrumentation in experimental aircraft.
  • DER and/or ODA experience.
  • Master of Science degree in engineering or a related technical field from an accredited academic institution.
    • FAA Helicopter pilot certificate and experience.

    REQUIRED EDUCATION:

  • Accredited Four-year Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related technical field

    • WORK HOURS:

  • Full-Time

    • Contact
    Kevin Suk
    ksuk@chiptonross.com
    CHIPTON-ROSS, INC.
    420 Culver Boulevard
    Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

    Phone: (310) 414-7800 x230 or (800) 927-9318 x230

    Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

    Employment will be contingent on candidate clearing pre-employment drug screen and background check.

    Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.