Flight Sciences Senior Engineer

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bombardier Transportation GmbH in Wichita, KS seeks a senior engineer to specialize in Aircraft Performance and flight test data analysis. You will work with ground and flight test data, develop new test techniques, and support flight ops through briefs and reviews.

The role requires at least 8 years of aviation engineering experience, 5+ years in flight testing (Stability & Control and Aircraft Performance preferred), and strong programming in Python/MATLAB/C/C++.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 8+ years of engineering experience in aviation.
• 5+ years of direct flight testing in aircraft stability & control.
• FAA/EASA Part 25 awareness preferred.
• Programming skills in Python, MATLAB, C++, C#, or FORTRAN; Windows/UNIX familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Specialize in Aircraft Performance analysis.
• Analyze ground and flight test data including desktop simulations.
• Provide timely analysis of results and assist with data reviews.
• Develop flight test techniques, equipment, or processes.
• Support Flight Operations through briefs, telemetry, and safety reviews.
• Write/review test definitions and conformity reports for flight tests.
• Create flight test reports demonstrating compliance with TC/FAA/EASA.
• Produce development engineering docs for design changes in flight test.
• Support BFTC Projects Test Readiness Reviews.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

C++

C#

FORTRAN

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.
Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• You may be responsible for specializing in Aircraft Performance
• You may be responsible for performing analysis of ground and flight test data including desktop simulation
• You may be responsible for providing timely analysis of predicted results, post flight data analysis, support snag resolution, generate problem reports, and perform data reviews
• You may be responsible for using engineering judgment on selecting the appropriate methods, techniques and tools in resolving complex issues
• You may be responsible for developing new or unique flight test techniques, equipment, or processes
• You may be responsible for providing technical support to Flight Operations by attending pre and post flight briefs, telemetry, Safety of Flight reviews and Test Hazard Assessments
• You may be responsible for writing/reviewing Request for Test, Test Definition Sheets, Restriction and Special Instructions, and Conformity reports to support the flight test schedule.
• You may be responsible for creating flight test reports demonstrating compliance as required by TC/FAA/EASA certification regulations
• You may be responsible for creating development engineering documentation for design changes, in a flight test environment
• You may be responsible for providing technical support to BFTC Projects Test Readiness Reviews

How to thrive in this role?

• You hold a bachelor’s or master's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or a related engineering field
• You have at least 8 years of experience in engineering within the aviation industry
• You have at least 5 years of direct flight testing experience in aircraft Stability & Control and Aircraft Performance (preferred)
• You have extensive knowledge of aircraft systems or principles (preferred)
• You have extensive knowledge of aircraft takeoff, landing, and mission performance (preferred)
• You have an awareness of FAA & EASA Part 25 certification requirements (preferred)
• You possess good programming skills in Python, VBA, MATLAB, C#, C++, or FORTRAN. Working knowledge of a Windows and UNIX operating system environment would be an asset (preferred)
• You are proficient in MS Office and Windows environment (preferred)
• You possess good interpersonal skills to work well in a team environment (preferred)
• You can work independently and demonstrate initiatives to achieve the goals established (preferred)
• You possess good written and oral communication skills (preferred)
• You are resourceful in identifying roadblocks and looking for creative ways to overcome challenges, and can maintain adherence to project deadlines (preferred)
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident to qualify for ITAR clearance (preferred)

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

Shift

Employee Status Regular