Flight Test Technician

WGS SYSTEMS LLC; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

WGS SYSTEMS LLC is looking for experienced Flight Test Technicians to support flight testing of ISR systems in Hagerstown, MD. Candidates should have a minimum of 4 years in a technical role, strong troubleshooting skills, and must hold an active TS/SCI clearance. Responsibilities include operating onboard sensor systems, troubleshooting issues, and performing pre-flight checks. The role requires flexibility in scheduling and a background in military technical fields is preferred. Benefits include competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, and additional perks.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a technical, hands-on role involving sensors, radios, or electronics maintenance.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is mandatory.
• Basic understanding of electronics and signals flow.

Responsibilities

• Work as an onboard operator for various sensor suites to ensure successful missions.
• Identify and fix hardware, cabling, and software issues during operations.
• Assist with pre-flight system checks and ground integration tests.
• Follow data collection steps carefully to record all information correctly.
• Fill out flight logs and discrepancy reports accurately.
• Ensure safe operations by following aviation safety rules.
• Work variable schedules including nights and weekends.

Skills

Experience with ISR systems

Technical troubleshooting

Data handling skills

Military technical training

Ability to work flexible shifts

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of military technical school or vocational program

Job description

WGS Systems, LLC, is looking for Flight Test Technicians with experience and background in Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems flight testing. Primary work activities will take place in Hagerstown, MD with occasional travel supporting various events.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Responsibilities

• In‑Flight System Operation: Work as an onboard operator for SAR/GMTI, EO/IR, and SIGINT/EW sensor suites, following test cards to collect data and adjusting settings as needed to ensure a successful mission.
• General Troubleshooting: Identify and help fix hardware, cabling, and software issues during flight and ground operations to keep the systems running and avoid cancelled flights.
• Ground Checks & Setup: Assist with pre‑flight system checks and ground integration tests to make sure sensors, data links, and mission computers are ready for takeoff.
• Data Handling: Follow data collection steps carefully to ensure all information is recorded correctly; check data formats post‑flight before handing off to the engineering team.
• Mission Documentation: Fill out flight logs and discrepancy reports (DRs) clearly and accurately, noting exactly what happened with the equipment during the mission.
• Safety & Teamwork: Follow U.S. Army crew rest standards and all aviation safety rules, working as a reliable member of the flight crew to ensure safe operations.
• Flexible Schedule Execution: Show up ready to work for a variable schedule that includes early mornings, late nights, and weekend shifts to meet mission requirements.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Completion of a military technical school (A‑School/C‑School/AIT) or a vocational program in electronics, ISR, or communications is a major plus.

Experience: 4+ years of experience in a technical, hands‑on role—ideally involving sensors, radios, or electronics maintenance. We value practical experience and a track record of showing up and getting the job done.

Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance is mandatory. Due to the nature of the work, we cannot consider candidates without this clearance level already in place.

Military Background (Preferred): We strongly encourage applications from those with experience in roles including, but not limited to:

• Navy: CT (Cryptologic Technician), AT (Aviation Electronics Technician), CTT, or CTR.
• Army: 15W/15E, 35‑series (Intel), or 94‑series (Maintainers).
• Air Force: 1A8, 1U0, or 2A‑series (Avionics).
• USMC: 26‑series (SIGINT), 63/64‑series (Avionics), 02‑series (Intel), or 7314 (UAV Operator).

Flight Physical: Ability to pass a standard FAA Class III flight physical (or military equivalent) to ensure you are safe to fly.

Technical Aptitude: A basic understanding of how electronics work, how signals flow through cables, and a willingness to learn the specifics of Radar, EO/IR, and SIGINT systems.

Physical Stamina: Comfortable working in the confined space of a business jet for several hours at a time and able to maintain focus during long missions.

Availability: Must be willing and able to work an "off‑shift" schedule, including nights and weekends, as missions are often scheduled around weather and aircraft availability.

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