F-16 Test Director & Flight Systems Lead

CAE Inc; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Work-life balance

Job summary

CAE USA Inc. is seeking a Test Director to lead comprehensive testing and evaluation of military and simulation training systems in Arlington, Texas.

The role focuses on integration, planning, and delivering validated test results for fixed-wing and simulators, with strong customer interaction. The ideal candidate will have a SECRET clearance, extensive leadership experience, and aviation system knowledge, including pilot experience with F-16 blocks.

Qualifications

• SECRET security clearance required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (customer users, USAF, USN SMEs).
• Good analytical skills.
• Experience interfacing with customers and end users.
• Ability to lead a team of engineers.
• Self-motivated to address testing concerns.
• Knowledge of aircraft systems and the associated environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead all test effort; system tests, acceptance tests, configuration, scheduling, and customer interface.
• Write test plans, conduct tests, document results, and ensure discrepancy resolution.
• Manages hardware & software system integration.
• Conducts mission environment testing.
• Monitor and control testing aspects of the program for cost, schedule and technical issues.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Analytical skills

Customer interfacing

Team leadership

Pilot experience (F-16)

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering/CS/Business

Job description

CAE USA Inc. is seeking a Test Director to lead comprehensive testing and evaluation of military and simulation training systems in Arlington, Texas.

The role focuses on integration, planning, and delivering validated test results for fixed-wing and simulators, with strong customer interaction. The ideal candidate will have a SECRET clearance, extensive leadership experience, and aviation system knowledge, including pilot experience with F-16 blocks.