Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) · 8 hours ago
Flight Test Engineer, Journeyman
Eglin Air Force Base, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expModern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Flight Test Engineer to provide Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) flight test engineering for US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) aircraft and programs. The role involves flight test planning, execution, and the evaluation of ML/AI systems performance.
Information Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide flight test engineering expertise for USSOCOM fixed wing, Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), small UAS (sUAS), and weapon system development programs
Act as Test Conductor for programs involving Group 2-5 UAS and their associated networks
Evaluate and validate ML/AI system performance, robustness, safety, and reliability using defined metrics and test frameworks
Build AI agent workflows including decision logic, tool integration, memory, and orchestration for test environments
Apply responsible and governed AI practices, including bias assessment, explainability, traceability, and human-in-the-loop controls
Identify technical risks related to data quality, model performance, AI behavior, security, and integration, and develop mitigation strategies
Support and participate in flight test planning, test execution, data management, data collection, and data distribution
Develop and review test objectives, test plans, flight test cards, and other required documentation
Coordinate and provide requirements for test venues, test assets and participants across the DOD
Coordinate analysis activities with data analysts
Apply technical expertise to assess test range, weapon system, or technology project readiness for testing and advise senior test personnel on test readiness
Prepare mission execution schedules, logistics coordination, and track status and risk
Interface with other government and range organizations and development contractors
Assist in directing test operation efforts across test and operational communities to meet programmatic timelines and overcome resource and schedule challenges, as needed
Facilitate the safety and aircraft modification coordination process
Aid in operations and maintenance support planning with contract maintenance teams
Ability to communicate complex ML/AI concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or science
Ability to obtain and maintain FAA Class 3 flight physical
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently
Excellent written and oral communication skills
3+ years in test and evaluation, aerospace duties, and/or related technical work
Experience building evaluation and testing frameworks for ML/AI systems
Autonomous system test experience and/or experience using Artificial Intelligence in testing
Working knowledge of Air Force UAS test and evaluation policies
Ability to operate in Ground Control Stations (GCS) and/or Control Rooms
Active Secret Clearance
Preferred
Master of Science degree in engineering or science
Understanding of and significant experience with small UAS (sUAS) systems, command and control links, networks, and/or associated data links
Experience with Group 2-3 sUAS testing on DoD test ranges
Previous or active qualification/currency for Group 2-5 UAS operations
Test Pilot School Graduate
Experience as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
Experience testing at various DoD test ranges
Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Company
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI)
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Robinson
President and CEO
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