Flight Test Operator 3
About the role
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. Insitu, a subsidiary of Boeing, has pioneered the design, manufacturing and operation of high-performance Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) with superior payload capabilities. Insitu’s world-class manufacturing facilities are located in Bingen, WA and deliver the highest quality products on time. We are on a mission to be the world’s most trusted partner; developing and integrating world-class solutions that support customer success in the most challenging environments. Discover a career in Aviation where you are a part of the UAS future while working in a supportive environment focused on Pioneering, Performing, Caring and Unity.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain aircraft and associated equipment to support engineering, production, demonstrations, and training activities within the Flight Operations department.
- Serve as a maintainer for aircraft and hardware, ensuring all systems are mission ready and compliant with safety standards.
- Conduct flight operations and evolutions in company controlled, Pendleton, Boardman, and national airspace multiple times each week.
- Achieve and maintain required medical clearance for participation in government programs.
- Obtain and actively utilize multiple system qualifications as operational needs demand.
- Troubleshoot, integrate, and maintain system architecture for seamless mission execution.
- Provide instruction and mentorship to new students and previously qualified personnel to maintain team proficiency.
- Collaborate effectively with team members to support enterprise-wide objectives.
Education & Experience
- Associates Degree in Aviation, Military Aviation experience or 2-3 years of practical knowledge and experience working with Insitu unmanned systems.
- A working expertise with Insitu tracking programs and library documentation.
- Must be willing to work fully onsite in Bingen, WA.
- Current or previous qualification as an Insitu UAS Operator and Maintainer.
- Willing to commute in the company vehicle from Bingen to company flying ranges.
- Able to obtain a class II medical certification.
- Able to drive company vehicles and has a current clean DMV record.
Preferred Education & Experience
- Maintainer deployed or similar exp. is preferred but not required.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Travel Requirement
This position requires Domestic and International travel up to 10%.
In-Office Requirement
This role requires hands-on work on our products/collaboration with on-site teams, and will need to work onsite full-time in Bingen, WA.