Flight Test Engineer_MSTED

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals to support engineering activities for mission systems testing. This role involves planning, executing, and analyzing flight tests, ensuring thorough documentation of deficiencies, and contributing to the preparation of test plans and reports. Candidates will gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment, working alongside experts in radar, communication, and navigation systems. With a strong emphasis on employee satisfaction, the organization offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an ideal place for those looking to grow in their engineering careers.

Benefits

Four Weeks of Paid Leave

Ten Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Company HSA/HRA Contributions

Dental Insurance

Term Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contributions

Tuition Assistance

Reduced Rates for Corporate Fitness Membership

Qualifications

• Entry level to senior positions available with a focus on aircraft testing.
• Candidates should possess strong problem-solving and systems engineering skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for flight and lab test planning and execution.
• Prepare flight cards and support test report preparation.

Skills

Aircraft Testing Knowledge

Complex Problem Solving

Systems Engineering Principles

Technical Writing

Oral Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job 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

Full-Time/Part-Time: 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 500 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.

Competitive salaries and benefits are critical to attracting and retaining excellent employees. We recognize that happy employees lead to continuity, experience, and quality work. Our benefits package for all permanent, full-time employees includes:

• 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-25-00017

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.