Specialist, Test Engineer

Essential Functions

• Perform integrating, testing and assembling of multi-stage missile systems or comparable aerospace hardware.
• Participate in and support system level functional hardware testing.
• Operate basic electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, signal generators, etc.
• Operate specialized support and handling equipment for system level testing and troubleshooting.
• Generate, author and maintain standard test, build and operations procedures.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related engineering field such as mechanical, aerospace, or electrical with a minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Excellent mechanical skills and the ability to read complex technical drawings.
• Able to meet USAF Aerospace Physiological standards, satisfactorily complete the associated training, and willing to perform launch duties aboard USAF aircraft.
• Previous military experience or civilian experience as an FAA Airframe and Power Plant mechanic is highly desirable.
• Willing to work with Class 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, and 1.4 ordnance devices and complete the requisite training and certification courses.
• Satisfactory completion of safety training courses for working in the vicinity of, handling, testing, and installation of explosive devices.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn USAF policies and procedures for high altitude airdrop missions (HAAMS) and willing to participate in the same.
• Previous experience as an aircrew member and/or a background in aircraft maintenance and flight line operations is desired.
• Working knowledge of EVMS as related to government contracts and reporting requirements desirable.
• Working knowledge of Universal Documentation System and other Range Commander's Council documents for flight safety and range tracking is a plus as is a working knowledge of telemetry systems and both line-of-sight and satellite communication systems.
• Experience with Minuteman SR 19 or other solid propellant rocket motors preferred.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off.