Flight Test Engineer

About the role

DCS has exciting opportunities for entry-level aerospace engineers to work in a dynamic Air Vehicle Test and Evaluation environment upon conferral of degree. Open positions for flight test engineers are located at the Naval Air Test Center at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, analyze, plan, design, develop, implement, test and/or evaluate aircraft and aircraft related systems.
• Review and prepare engineering and technical analyses, reports, change proposals, and other technical documentation.
• Prepare flight cards for aircraft testing during the development and V&V phases.
• Prepare and present flight briefings.
• Prepare and communicate flight test objectives.
• Develop flight test profiles.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• ABET accredited BS Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aeromechanical or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• GPA of 3.75 or higher required.

Qualifications

Selected Candidates Will Participate In Ongoing Flight Test Operations And Receive Training And Mentoring From Experienced DCS And Government Engineers Across Several Areas:

• Aircraft Aeromechanics & Structures for Fixed Wing Tactical or Maritime Aircraft
• Rotary Wing and Small Unmanned Aircraft Aeromechanics & Structures
• Aircraft Propulsion & Subsystems
• Aircraft Ship Suitability
• Air Vehicle Stores Compatibility and Ballistics & Weapons

Skills

Fast learner and able to work in a team environment.

Pay

Salary Range: $60,467 - $90,423

Schedule

Full-time T&E positions

Benefits

Selected candidates may have the potential to attend the Flight Test Engineer course at the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School.