Test Engineer A-G

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Test Engineer for the TMAS2_96TW Contract, supporting the Air Force Division. *Must have Active Secret clearance with eligibility for Special Access Programs. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Seeking qualified candidates to support the 780th Test Squadron on the TMAS II contract at Eglin AFB in Florida. The 780th Test Squadron is the Air Force's developmental test agency for air-to-air, air-to-surface, direct-fire, and advanced munitions. The candidate should have a working knowledge of airborne weapon systems; USAF, USN, or Marines fighter/bomber tactics and or airborne weapons employment. Prior experience in developmental weapons, and/or operational testing is highly desired. Aircrew experience is highly desired.

JOB DETAILS

LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL, On-site

JOB STATUS: Full-Time

TRAVEL: Must be willing to travel up to 10%.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3-10 Years of Experience. Years of relevant experience may be substituted for education requirements, per customer approval.
• Active Secret clearance with eligibility for Special Access Programs. Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Ability to communicate clearly to multiple stakeholders and resolve competing test resource requirements.
• Self-Motivated to learn new systems under test and be proactive to meet program requirements and take responsibility for identifying, organizing, coordinating, executing necessary tasks leading to the successful accomplishment of assigned duties.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to work as part of an integrated team.
• Must have strong communication skills and possess some technical writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Experience in DoD weapons acquisition process.
• Flight test or Aircrew flight experience with military fighter/ Bomber aircraft.
• Test Conductor experience with military systems.
• Experience with USAF and USN fighter/bomber/attack Test, operations and weapon systems.
• Test Pilot School graduate or Fighter Weapons School (Top Gun) graduate desired.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establishes standards for test documentation and technical reporting.
• Provides technical review of test directives, methods of test, data packages, letter reports, and technical reports.
• Present test strategy, objectives, and procedures to unit leaders at Safety Review Boards and Test Approval Boards.
• Provides technical management and accomplishes engineering duties related to the test and evaluation of major programs to include development tests, engineering evaluation tests, operational evaluation tests, and joint T&E programs on air-to-air/air-to-surface weapons.
• Develop test planning documentation for an emerging weapon program.
• Provides a range of technical and administrative support to the Flight Chief
• Represents the Squadron and AFTC at conferences and with other commands, HQ USAF, HQ USA, HQ USN, OSD, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), foreign nations, or industry on matters pertaining to the T&E of conventional weapons systems and their compatibility with various airborne, seaborne, or ground systems.
• Forecast test assets and range requirements.
• Integrate with program offices and prime contractors.
• Brief and debrief executing aircrew on mission execution and requirements.
• Act a Test Conductor during Test mission execution.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish, and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC and Huntsville, AL with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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