Fighter Mission Planning Test Engineer – SME

Astrion; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Mission Planning Test Engineer SME to support the USAF at Eglin AFB, FL. This role requires fighter aircraft expertise, strong teamwork, and a track record in mission planning and test execution.

The position involves planning tests, evaluating program effectiveness, and coordinating with cross‑functional teams on complex fighter mission planning scenarios. Travel and extended hours may be necessary to meet mission requirements.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance required with ability to obtain Top Secret.
• Knowledge of and training in Air Force, Navy, or Marine Corps fighter aircraft.
• Experience as a military fighter aircrew member executing fighter missions.
• Operational fighter and fighter planning experience using mission planning software such as JMPS.

Responsibilities

• Provide fighter mission planning domain expertise.
• Plan tests, establish criteria, assess program effectiveness and investigate unusual testing conditions.
• Develop operational testing techniques involving software assessments using fighter experience.
• Maintain knowledge of the software being tested, including JMPS and related tools.
• Work 40 hours per week with willingness to extend hours including weekends/holidays when required.

Skills

Secret clearance

Fighter aircraft knowledge

Pilot/WSO experience

Team leadership

Strong communication

Willing to travel

Education

Technical Master’s degree

Operational fighter experience

Tools

JMPS

MS Office

Job description

Astrion is seeking a Mission Planning Test Engineer SME to support the USAF at Eglin AFB, FL. This role requires fighter aircraft expertise, strong teamwork, and a track record in mission planning and test execution.

The position involves planning tests, evaluating program effectiveness, and coordinating with cross‑functional teams on complex fighter mission planning scenarios. Travel and extended hours may be necessary to meet mission requirements.