Lead Flight Test Engineer
Description
WORK LOCATION: San Luis Obispo, CA
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
SALARY RANGE: The anticipated salary range for this role is $140,000 to $190,000 annually. This range reflects a good faith estimate based on the targeted level for the role and typical compensation benchmarks across U.S. locations. Actual compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, geographical location, and internal alignment.
About the role
This role requires up to 25% travel to other company locations and client sites.
Responsibilities
- Evaluates testing standards required for various efforts, and incorporates into plans
- Leads the conduct of tests and coordinates other personnel to accomplish test goals
- Provides detailed and helpful feedback, both formal and informal, to design activities
- Aids all functions in resolution of issues
- Communicates plans and status vs. plans to leadership
Required Qualifications
- B.S. in a flight/UAV related engineering field (Aerospace, Mechanical, or similar)
- At least 6 years' experience in conducting formal test at the component, subsystem, and system level
- At least 4 years' experience in conducting test of aircraft/UAVs
- Experience generating formal test plans and reports
- Experience generating test plans based on formal requirements documents
- Experience working with CAN and Ethernet data
- UAV operation
- Radio Control or other flight skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience generating formal test plans and reports in government format(s)
- Experience working with CAN and Ethernet data
- Redwire Defense Tech Benefits Matching 401(k)
- Paid PTOPaid holidays
- Paid medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- HSA and FSA Options
- Critical Care Plan
- Accident Care Plan
Clearance Requirements
This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person’s status under the ITAR and the EAR.
Work Environment And Physical Requirements
- The work environment may involve a standard office setting while also incorporating elements of a production area.
- Employees will use standard office equipment, including computers, and must demonstrate stamina to sit or stand while maintaining attention to detail despite potential interruptions.
- The role may require occasional activities such as walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and bending.
- Vision is necessary for reading printed materials and a computer screen, while hearing and speech are essential for effective communication both in person and over the telephone.
- Additionally, the position may necessitate travel by air or automobile.
- Employees may be required to use personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coats, to ensure safety in the production environment.
- Employees may be able to lift up to 30 pounds as needed.
Redwire Defense Tech Benefits
Redwire Defense Tech is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Redwire Defense Tech is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources.
At-Will Employment
Continued employment remains on an “At-Will” basis.