Flight Test Engineer

Delphi Technologies; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four Weeks of Paid Leave

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Great Mills, MD is seeking a Systems Engineer to support test and evaluation activities, including flight test planning and execution. The ideal candidate will have a preferred degree in BSEE, but specific relevant experience may substitute. Positions are available for entry level to senior engineers, focusing on aircraft system testing methods and principles. Competitive salary ranging from $80K to $150K based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits including paid leave, health insurance, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Entry level, journeyman, and senior positions available.
• Candidates must have working knowledge of aircraft testing methods.
• Solid understanding of systems engineering principles required.

Responsibilities

• Support flight and lab test planning and execution.
• Identify and document deficiencies.
• Prepare flight test plans and reports.

Skills

Knowledge of aircraft testing

Problem solving

Strong writing skills

Oral presentation skills

Education

BSEE preferred

Job description

Systems Engineer

Location: Great Mills, MD

Posted on: 1/22/2026

Responsibilities

• Engineering support to Mission Systems test and evaluation activities including support for flight and lab test planning, coordination, execution, analysis, and reporting activities.
• Assess system development and integration for impact on test planning and test objectives.
• Prepare flight cards.
• Attend flight briefs/debriefs.
• Identify and document deficiencies.
• Support flight test plan and test report preparation.
• Positions available focused on supporting radar, communication, navigation, and integrated mission systems/capabilities.

Position Requirements

• Degree: BSEE preferred. Specific relevant experience may be considered in lieu of meeting the degree requirement.
• Years of Experience: Entry level, journeyman, and senior positions all available.
• Candidates must have a working knowledge of both the theory and methods of aircraft testing. They must have broad scientific technical knowledge of the theory and methods of weapon system acquisition and support requirements including complex problem solving and reduction and analysis of test data.
• Candidates must have a solid understanding of principles and practices of systems engineering including general knowledge of electronics, human/machine interface, and mechanical engineering. Strong writing and oral presentation skills are highly desired. In depth knowledge of T&E engineering principles and processes to modify or extend current theories or test practices and/or procedures is also desired.

Salary Range: 80K-150K and will commensurate with experience.

Employment: Full-Time.

Level of Clearance Required: Secret.

Amount of Travel: Occasional.

About the Organization

J.F. Taylor, Inc. was founded as an engineering firm in 1983 by John F. Taylor, a retired Naval Aviation Officer and engineer. With over 600 employees and $200 million in annual revenues, we have continually leveraged our engineering foundation in systems engineering, software development, and the design and production of high fidelity training devices. Our capabilities include the design, manufacture and fabrication of single prototypes and the high-volume production of aircraft and maritime kits and components.

Benefits

• Four Weeks of Paid Leave
• Ten Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance, including Medical, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
• Company HSA/HRA Contributions
• Dental Insurance
• Term Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• IRS Section 125 Flexible Benefits Plan
• Supplemental Health Coverage Plans
• Supplemental Disability and Life Insurance Plans
• Tuition Assistance
• Reduced Rates for Corporate Fitness Membership

Req Number ENG-26-00014

EOE Statement J.F. Taylor is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

This position is currently accepting applications.