Senior Flight Test Engineer - Aerospace/Mechanical

Cruz Associates, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cruz Associates, Inc. is seeking a Senior Level Aerospace or Mechanical Engineer to support operations at Fort Campbell, KY. The role emphasizes flight test activities, interface with aviation programs, and adherence to defense acquisition processes.

Qualified candidates will bring 10+ years in aviation, 5+ years in flight testing, and the ability to pass FAA Class III Flight Physical. Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Secret or Interim Secret security clearance required.
• 10+ years experience in military/commercial aviation.
• 5+ years planning and conducting flight tests.
• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering field.
• 3+ years exposure to the Defense Acquisition process.
• Ability to pass FAA Class III Flight Physical.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans and coordinate test range scheduling and data collection.
• Apply AR 70-62 requirements to Army Special Operations Aircraft.
• Participate in TIM, Program Reviews, TIWG, and SSWG.
• Participate in aerial flight in a Flight Test Engineering capacity.
• Collaborate with AED, TAPO, and other engineering counterparts.
• Perform clerical, administrative, and logistics support for the SIMO.

Skills

Security clearance

Flight test planning

Aviation engineering

Defense Acquisition process

Flight test engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Cruz Associates, Inc. is seeking a Senior Level Aerospace or Mechanical Engineer to support operations at Fort Campbell, KY. The role emphasizes flight test activities, interface with aviation programs, and adherence to defense acquisition processes.

Qualified candidates will bring 10+ years in aviation, 5+ years in flight testing, and the ability to pass FAA Class III Flight Physical. Secret clearance is required.