Assist in the development of flight and ground test plans and schedules in support of aircraft development and modification efforts
Coordinate test activities with test teams, engineers, aircrew, maintenance personnel, and program management
Define test objectives, required conditions, instrumentation needs, and success criteria for test events
Ensure compliance with ground and flight safety requirements, regulatory standards, and program procedures
Prepare and maintain test documentation, including test cards, procedures, and test reports
Track test progress, discrepancies, and corrective actions to support program execution
Support risk assessments, safety reviews, and test readiness reviews
Interface with internal and external stakeholders to ensure test readiness and operational coordination
Analyze scheduling impacts and work with the test team to align activities with program milestones and timelines

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aviation, Aerospace, or a related technical discipline
2-4 years of relevant experience
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
Experience supporting aircraft development, flight test programs, aviation operations, or test scheduling
Strong understanding of aircraft systems and performance
Familiarity with military airworthiness regulations and safety requirements
Excellent organizational, coordination, and communication skills
Experience using project planning or scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or similar)

Flight Test Engineer - Planner

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