Hypersonic Flight Test Engineer | Range Lead

Canvas, Inc.; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Canvas, Inc. is seeking a Flight Test Engineer to support hypersonic flight test programs at Arnold AFB, TN. The role involves test planning, safety documentation, and coordination with range control to ensure successful mission execution.

The position spans junior to senior levels, with opportunities for technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration across test teams and program offices. This on-site role requires strong systems engineering and data analysis capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and finalize detailed flight test plans, Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRM), and Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP) for hypersonic test assets.
• Generate, review, and complete all required safety documentation, including hazard analyses, risk assessments, and Go/No-Go checklists prior to test executions
• Act as a key LDTO representative during active flight tests. Coordinate with range control, program offices, and control room personnel to ensure adherence to test profiles and safety parameters.
• Perform post-flight analysis of telemetry and flight data to verify system performance against established requirements and aerodynamic models.
• Author comprehensive technical test reports, engineering memos, and deficiency reports. Present test readiness briefings to senior government and military leadership.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineering staff, ensuring transfer of institutional knowledge regarding range operations and flight test protocols.

Job description

Canvas, Inc. is seeking a Flight Test Engineer to support hypersonic flight test programs at Arnold AFB, TN. The role involves test planning, safety documentation, and coordination with range control to ensure successful mission execution.

The position spans junior to senior levels, with opportunities for technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration across test teams and program offices. This on-site role requires strong systems engineering and data analysis capabilities.