Airborne Test Engineer - Air-to-Surface (PL)

Canvas II, LLC.; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Canvas II, LLC is seeking an aerospace test engineer to lead and execute test and evaluation of air-launched weapons and associated avionics. You will mentor teammates, manage test activities, and maintain test conductor qualifications across programs involving air-to-surface and air-to-air systems.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physics, at least 3 years background in airborne test engineering or flight test operations, US citizenship, and an active Secret

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• At least 3 years of airborne test engineering, weapons systems, or flight test operations.
• US Citizen with Active Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise for test and evaluation of air-launched weapons and related equipment.
• Mentor and provide test management guidance to team members.
• Obtain and maintain test conductor qualification per instructions.
• Advise leadership on significant test work issues.
• Support developmental, operational, and joint test programs for weapons and avionics integration.
• Apply engineering, math, and test techniques to planning and execution.
• Develop and review test documentation (Data Plans, MOT, Test Cards, Post Test Reports).
• Represent the organization at conferences and with commands, agencies, and industry on T&E matters.
• Serve as technical expert on aircraft-weapon system integration.
• Provide guidance to systems engineers to meet objectives.
• Use munitions test processes and facilities to test system operation.
• Plan, conduct, analyze, and report live fire and captive carry tests.
• Develop methods for conducting and reporting on test projects.
• Establish standards for test documentation and reporting.
• Provide technical and administrative support to leadership.

Skills

Airborne test engineering

Weapons systems

Flight test operations

Test management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physics

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Provide engineering expertise for the test and evaluation of air-launched (air-to-surface) weapons and associated equipment. Mentor and provide test management guidance to other team members as applicable. Obtain and maintain test conductor qualification in accordance with applicable operational instructions. Advise leadership on significant issues and problems related to test work accomplishment. Support execution of developmental, engineering, operational, and joint test and evaluation programs for air-to-surface/air-to-air weapons, aircraft fire control, and avionics integration. Apply knowledge of engineering sciences, mathematics, and test techniques to all phases of test planning and execution. Provide recommendations and advice to less experienced engineers and test personnel. Develop, prepare, and review test documentation, including Data Plans, Methods of Test (MOT), Test Cards, and Post Test Reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Represent the organization at conferences and with other commands, agencies, and industry on matters related to T&E of conventional weapons systems and their compatibility with airborne, seaborne, or ground systems. Serve as technical expert on aircraft-weapon system integration for industry, academia, and government agencies. Provide technical guidance to systems engineers to ensure program objectives are met. Use the munitions test process and a variety of test facilities (models/simulations, hardware-in-the-loop, open air) to test all aspects of system operation. Plan, conduct, analyze, and report on live fire and captive carry flight evaluations of air-launched munitions and related avionics systems. Develop techniques, procedures, and methods for conducting and reporting on assigned test projects. Establish standards for test documentation and technical reporting. Provide technical review of test directives, methods of test, data packages, letter reports, and technical reports. Provide technical and administrative support to leadership.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field. At least 3 years of relevant experience in airborne test engineering, weapons systems, or flight test operations. Experience with air-to-air weapons, munitions, or aircraft systems is highly desirable. US Citizen Active Secret clearance

Canvas was founded by Jami Peyton in 2007 to deliver real-world engineering and technology solutions that strengthen national defense. Since then, we’ve been guided by technical excellence, operational insight, and a shared commitment to the warfighter. Teamwork drives everything we do, enabling close collaboration across programs, customers, and colleagues to solve complex challenges. Our work supports key national security priorities like missile defense, test and evaluation, digital transformation, and warfighter readiness. As an award-winning company built on integrity, agility, and innovation, Canvas continues to grow and deliver mission-critical solutions that support the future of national defense.