Flight Test Conductor, T-7A

Apex Systems; Edwards Air Force Base (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Flight Test Conductor for the T-7A program at Edwards AFB. You will lead flight test planning, coordinate operations, and ensure rigorous data analysis and reporting to stakeholders.

The role requires 5+ years in flight test or related operations, excellent cross-functional collaboration, and a track record of mentoring junior team members in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with the principles of flight test
• 5+ years of experience planning and conducting system-level lab, ground, or flight testing
• 100+ hours of control room experience as a Test Conductor

Responsibilities

• Leads flight test program planning and execution.
• Develops detailed test methods and instrumentation definitions.
• Performs detailed planning and execution of ground and flight test.
• Reviews test data for accuracy and quality prior to customer delivery.
• Presents test results internally and publishes test reports.

Skills

Flight test planning

Test conduct leadership

Data analysis

Cross-functional coordination

Mentoring

Program management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Engineering Technology

Computer Science

Data Science

Mathematics

Physics

Chemistry

Tools

Test instrumentation

Job description

Job#: 3056475

Job Description:
Flight Test Conductor, T-7A

Location: Edwards AFB, California (Onsite)

Role Overview

An opportunity is available for a Flight Test Conductor for the T-7A program. This role will lead flight test program planning and execution, which will include many aspects of flight sciences and mission systems. The successful candidate will lead test conduct through coordination of flight test operations with various functions and support groups.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the development and verification of test methods.
• Develops detailed test procedures, and instrumentation and configuration definition, needed to perform the test and minimize risk within the constraints of the test plan.
• Performs detailed planning and execution of aircraft ground and flight test.
• Reviews test data, including off-nominal data, for accuracy, quality and/or fidelity prior to delivery to customer.
• Prepares and publishes test reports to document test results and satisfy requirements.
• Presents test results internally.
• Archives data and reports.
• Trains and guides junior test conductors with their career development in flight test.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry.

Experience: 5+ years of experience with the principles of flight test OR experience directly supporting flight test operations. 5+ years of experience in planning and conducting system level lab, ground, or flight testing. 100+ hours of control room experience as a Test Conductor.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience performing tactical aircraft flight testing (planning and/or executing).
• 5+ years of experience directly interfacing with customers and senior program leadership.
• 5+ years of experience developing detailed test points from system level specification requirements, test planning, execution and reporting test results.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

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