Canvas · 17 hours ago
Rotary Wing Flight Test Engineer
Nellis AFB, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expCanvas provides engineering services and technical solutions for customers in federal and commercial markets. They are seeking a Rotary Wing Flight Test Engineer to develop and test new and existing capabilities for the US Air Force Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) Combined Test Force (CTF), involving planning, executing, analyzing, and reporting test activities.
Data IntegrationManagement ConsultingProfessional ServicesTechnical Support
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Evaluating technical specifications and system design documents for completeness and accuracy
Preparing Methods of Test and technical reports for developmental tests of new and modified aircraft systems
Providing technical assistance to military test directors
Participating in test planning meetings, technical interchange meetings, and design reviews with Helicopter Program Office (HPO), Systems Program Office (SPO), and system developers
Presenting test strategy, objectives, and procedures to senior leaders at Safety Review Boards and Test Approval Boards
Coordinating with instrumentation and analysis personnel to define data collection and analysis requirements for test missions
Directing test missions from range control facilities and while airborne
Perform Flight Test Engineer duties onboard Air Force HH-60G/W helicopters
Advising the customer on flight test issues and results
Incorporating scientific and technical principles in test planning, execution, analysis, and reporting
Travel to offsite locations, as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline or other similar technical field and 3-10 years of related experience
Must be able to obtain an FAA Class III Medical Certificate
Must be a self-motivated expert able to take responsibility for identifying, organizing, coordinating, executing necessary tasks leading to the successful accomplishment of assigned duties
Must be familiar with acquisitions and test management procedures including coordinating and interfacing with HPO/SPOs
Must have a demonstrated ability to work as part of an integrated team
Must have strong communication skills and possess technical writing skills
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications
U.S. Citizenship required
Active Secret clearance
Preferred
Flight test experience with military aircraft is preferred
Experience working with operational or developmental test organizations is highly desired
Proficiency in the use and integration of Microsoft Office applications highly desired
Proficient in Air Force test and evaluation methods for test planning, test execution, data analysis, and final report preparation
Test Conductor experience with military systems
Familiarity with data analysis tools, such as MATLAB, is highly desired
Familiarity with Defense Contract Management Agency Instruction 8210, contractor flight and ground procedures, and Government Flight Representatives
Benefits
Competitive Wages
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Spot Awards for Exemplary Individual Performance
Discretionary performance-based bonuses
And many more!
Company
Canvas
Canvas provides technical business and engineering solutions for customers in the federal and commercial markets.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase