Flight Test Engineer Chief

Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Flight Test Engineer to join our team supporting NSWC Crane and the Multi-Service Advanced Capability Hypersonic Test Bed Program (MACH-TB) with mission execution and range coordination. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience with guided missile and hypersonic test assets, range/test operations and policy, strategic planning, and multi-agency coordination.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a technical expert for range/test operations, ensuring safety and effectiveness of flight test missions.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for test and evaluation activities in alignment with Army, Navy, and TRMC objectives.
• Produce, review, and edit technical reports, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Conduct comprehensive computer air modeling and simulations to support test planning and execution.
• Identify new weapon systems requirements and direct engineering studies to evaluate range interfaces.
• Promote sustainability and modernization of test programs to ensure future testing capabilities.
• Collaborate with various government agencies and industry partners to facilitate program success.
• Support research efforts and provide technical reviews and presentations to high-level stakeholders.
• Act as a consensus builder, facilitating effective communication and decision-making among diverse teams.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field and 20+ years of relevant experience, particularly with systems of systems testing and policy analysis on government programs.
• Extensive experience at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) and familiarity with its testing facilities and instrumentation.
• Proven track record of working as a test officer and in roles involving strategic planning, cost estimating, and scientific evaluation.
• Strong skills in research, leadership, technical review and writing, and presentations.
• Demonstrated experience in collaborating with government agencies and industry partners, including Coalition, NATO, NASA, DTRA, Navy, Air Force
• Expertise in identifying new weapon systems requirements and directing engineering studies.
• Experience in developing strategic plans for test and evaluation activities, promoting range sustainability, and modernizing test programs for future capabilities.
• Specific experience with Hypersonic Test articles is required.
• Active Secret Clearance with ability to obtain TS SCI
• US Citizenship

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers and team members.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.