flight test engineer

Credence

<div><p><b>Overview</b></p><p>
At Credence, we support our clients&rsquo; mission-critical needs, powered by technology. We provide cutting-edge solutions, including AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities, to the largest defense and health federal organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for warfighters and secure our nation for a better future.</p><p>
We are privately held, are repeatedly recognized as a top place to work, and have been on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the last 12 years. We practice servant leadership and believe that by focusing on the success of our clients, team members, and partners, we all achieve greater success.</p><p>
Credence has an immediate opening for a Flight Test and Evaluation Manager who will be primarily responsible for supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center WAM (AFLCMC/WAM) directorate, F-16 division at Tyndall AFB, FL.</p><p>
F-16 &ldquo;Viper&rdquo; AFLCMC/WAM is headquartered at Hill Air Force Base with units located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Tyndall Air Force Base, Eglin Air Force Base, and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. The F-16 &ldquo;Viper&rdquo; is a multi-role fighter jet delivering air-to-air, air-to-ground, and surveillance capabilities for the United States Air Force (USAF) and Coalition Partners.
</p><p>The F-16 program has the largest Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program in U.S. history producing over 4,500 jets for 24 countries. Each F-16 FMS case is uniquely tailored to country requirements / development / funding. Presently, FMS production orders exist through 2030. Additionally, the F-16 program includes the Multi-National Fighter Program (MNFP). MNFP is not a typical FMS program, but a unique, cooperative USAF and development program implemented through the FMS process under the framework of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). MNFP began in 1975 with the countries of Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway; Portugal joined in 200.</p><p></p><p><b>
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below:</b></p><p></p><ul>
<li>
Assist in the designing, planning, execution, analysis and reporting phases of test and evaluation to assess the performance of F-16 systems, subsystems and equipment as they progress through the various acquisition phases and milestones.
</li><li>Assist to prepare, maintain, update and review the full range of test and test-related documentation for adequacy, specification/performance requirement compliance, conformity with mandatory guidance and provide recommendations as necessary for improvement.
</li><li>Assist to develop the plan to ensure execution and support the flight test program for the F-16 FMS programs including both the production and modification efforts, including close coordination with technical (engineering), logistics, flight test community, and Lead Development Test Organization (LDTO) test support staff.
</li><li>Support management of all phases of the flight test program and shall assess the performance of aeronautical systems, subsystems and equipment for a major acquisition and modification program. The Contractor shall assist to analyze technical and contractual requirements and to formulate test strategies and methodologies to ensure the optimum verification of requirements.
 </li><li>Support flight test meetings such as Test Integrated Product Team (TIPT) meetings.
</li><li>Assist to develop briefing charts, manage meeting logistics of briefing presentations, set up VTC/TEAMS meetings, prepare minutes, manage action items, schedule conference rooms, issue attendee invitations, and provide meeting handouts.
</li><li>Support the F-16 Integrated Test Team (ITT) meetings and provide inputs to the F-16 overall test documentation including the Capstone Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP).
 </li><li>Assist to develop master test plans, detailed test schedules, and develop specific measures of performance and effectiveness.
</li><li>Assist to forecast requirements for, and acquire munitions, air-to-air vehicles, range targets and emitters, alternate mission equipment, and any specialized ground equipment necessary for handling, maintaining, or testing F-16 aircraft and equipment.</li>
<li>Assist review and shall make approval recommendations to the Government.
</li><li>Assist to locate and coordinate delivery of required flight test Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) with various GFE managers to include subsystems, test instrumentation, and weapons so they are available to support tests. (Prime Contractor is responsible for maintenance of test aircraft).
</li><li>Assist in obtaining aircraft spare assets as appropriate to support the scope and level of test.
</li><li>Assist to coordinate actions of other Contractors, DoD representatives, and Developmental Test (DT) personnel.
</li><li>Assist to develop and coordinate test reporting requirements and shall support periodic reviews and disposition test agency watch items.
</li><li>Assist to review watch items/Deficiency Reports (DRs) and coordinate required resolution.
</li><li>Assist to review flight test video and other data to assess the validity and impact of any significant anomalies, and shall recommend whether to suspend flight testing pending resolution. The Contractor shall review Government test completion letters, test reports, and Contractor test reports for adequacy, specification/performance requirement compliance, conformity with mandatory guidance and shall provide recommendations for process improvement.
</li><li>Assist to prepare, monitor, review, analyze and coordinate FMS documentation in compliance with established USG and FMS policy and procedures, utilizing exceptional communication skills, verbal and written, essential for effective interaction with both technical and non-technical personnel in the performance of assigned duties.
</li><li>Assist in collecting required documentation from vendors such as safety of flight certificates, software release memos, weapon range safety footprints, electronic warfare emitter types, frequency management data, technical order (TO) source data, and coordinate any required approvals with the appropriate agency(s). The Contractor shall support the appropriate airworthiness evaluations and documentation to support flight test efforts.
</li><li>Assist to develop preliminary estimates of flight test program cost and shall track obligation dates for funding and expenditure rates.
</li><li>Assist to develop program introduction documents and coordinate test agencies&rsquo; statements of capability for approval.</li>
<li>Recommend data and instrumentation requirements for each stakeholder and track the development of the data analysis plan as well as test aircraft instrumentation/modification documents.
</li><li>Assist in using current Government (industry standard) software for preparation of letters, documents, reports, and databases.
</li><li>Assist to prepare flight test release documentation, ensuring that required airworthiness and SEEK EAGLE flight clearance requirements have been met.
</li><li>Assist to coordinate test requirements between the prime Contractor, SPO IPT/SAPM, SPO Test Manager, Air Force Test Center (AFTC) or other LDTO as appropriate, and other test agencies.</li>
<li>Assist to ensure compliance with all applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certifications and procedures necessary prior to start of flight test.
</li><li>Assist to perform all flight test related duties related to both new production and major modification efforts.</li>
<li>Function as a liaison with widely dispersed team members in preparing technical materials, briefings slides, handouts, minutes, letters, reports and agendas.
</li><li>Participate in flight test missions (prime Contractor testbeds) to review data real-time.
</li><li>Assist to manage flight test programs requiring the integration of the electronic warfare systems (e.g. Advanced Integrated Defensive Electronic Warfare Suite (AIDEWS) and/or Advanced Countermeasures Electronic System (ACES)) and a broad variety of weapons for both the production and modified aircraft to include extensive coordination with various U.S. Government agencies, Air Force, prime weapon system Contractors, and various other vendors and subsystem Contractors.
</li><li>Assist to track cost and schedule of the test program, and provide status reports on program expenditures to the PM.
</li><li>Support program reviews and shall brief test plans, issues, and program status.
</li><li>Assist to prepare and present briefings at meetings with the customer, management, and higher headquarters.
</li><li>Assist with the release of reports to the customer through the foreign disclosure office and ensure reports are appropriately sanitized utilizing International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and other FMS policies and guidelines.
</li><li>Travel CONUS/OCONUS in order to support engineering technical meetings, test planning meetings, PMRs, Program Management Action Team (PMATs), Functional/Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs), and periodic observation of test mission execution at Government facilities or vendor labs.
</li><li>May be required to participate in Contractor flight test missions.
</li><li>Assist to review the DDL, security classification guidance, and other technical documentation for the program and assist to coordinate test-related documentation release issues with the foreign disclosure office.</li>
</ul><p><b>
Requirements</b></p><ul>
<li>
Must have at least an active secret clearance.</li>
<li>Master&rsquo;s or Doctoral Degree in a related field and a minimum of 10 ten years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, at least five of which must be in the DoD or</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in a related field and a minimum of 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoD or</li>
<li>Fifteen years of directly related experience with proper certifications, eight of which must be in the DoD</li>
<li>Minimum of three years of experience planning or conducting military flight test programs</li>
<li>Expertise in planning, directing, and integrating all aspects of the test and evaluation functions pertaining to the development, acquisition, and deployment of aeronautical weapons systems</li>
</ul><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><ul>
<li>
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp; Vision)</li>
<li>Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)</li>
<li>Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &amp; AD&amp;D)</li>
<li>Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &amp; Public Holidays)</li>
<li>Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)</li>
<li>Short Term &amp; Long Term Disability</li>
<li>Training &amp; Development</li></ul></div>

Flight Test and Evaluation Manager, Senior F-16 WAM (Secret)

<div><p><b>Overview</b></p><p>
At Credence, we support our clients&rsquo; mission-critical needs, powered by technology. We provide cutting-edge solutions, including AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities, to the largest defense and health federal organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for warfighters and secure our nation for a better future.</p><p>
We are privately held, are repeatedly recognized as a top place to work, and have been on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the last 12 years. We practice servant leadership and believe that by focusing on the success of our clients, team members, and partners, we all achieve greater success.</p><p>
Credence has an immediate opening for a Flight Test and Evaluation Manager who will be primarily responsible for supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center WAM (AFLCMC/WAM) directorate, F-16 division at Wright Patterson AFB, OH.</p><p>
F-16 &ldquo;Viper&rdquo; AFLCMC/WAM is headquartered at Hill Air Force Base with units located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Tyndall Air Force Base, Eglin Air Force Base, and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. The F-16 &ldquo;Viper&rdquo; is a multi-role fighter jet delivering air-to-air, air-to-ground, and surveillance capabilities for the United States Air Force (USAF) and Coalition Partners.
</p><p>The F-16 program has the largest Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program in U.S. history producing over 4,500 jets for 24 countries. Each F-16 FMS case is uniquely tailored to country requirements / development / funding. Presently, FMS production orders exist through 2030. Additionally, the F-16 program includes the Multi-National Fighter Program (MNFP). MNFP is not a typical FMS program, but a unique, cooperative USAF and development program implemented through the FMS process under the framework of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). MNFP began in 1975 with the countries of Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway; Portugal joined in 200.</p><p></p><p><b>
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below:</b></p><p></p><ul>
<li>
Assist in the designing, planning, execution, analysis and reporting phases of test and evaluation to assess the performance of F-16 systems, subsystems and equipment as they progress through the various acquisition phases and milestones.
</li><li>Assist to prepare, maintain, update and review the full range of test and test-related documentation for adequacy, specification/performance requirement compliance, conformity with mandatory guidance and provide recommendations as necessary for improvement.
</li><li>Assist to develop the plan to ensure execution and support the flight test program for the F-16 FMS programs including both the production and modification efforts, including close coordination with technical (engineering), logistics, flight test community, and Lead Development Test Organization (LDTO) test support staff.
</li><li>Support management of all phases of the flight test program and shall assess the performance of aeronautical systems, subsystems and equipment for a major acquisition and modification program. The Contractor shall assist to analyze technical and contractual requirements and to formulate test strategies and methodologies to ensure the optimum verification of requirements.
 </li><li>Support flight test meetings such as Test Integrated Product Team (TIPT) meetings.
</li><li>Assist to develop briefing charts, manage meeting logistics of briefing presentations, set up VTC/TEAMS meetings, prepare minutes, manage action items, schedule conference rooms, issue attendee invitations, and provide meeting handouts.
</li><li>Support the F-16 Integrated Test Team (ITT) meetings and provide inputs to the F-16 overall test documentation including the Capstone Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP).
 </li><li>Assist to develop master test plans, detailed test schedules, and develop specific measures of performance and effectiveness.
</li><li>Assist to forecast requirements for, and acquire munitions, air-to-air vehicles, range targets and emitters, alternate mission equipment, and any specialized ground equipment necessary for handling, maintaining, or testing F-16 aircraft and equipment.</li>
<li>Assist review and shall make approval recommendations to the Government.
</li><li>Assist to locate and coordinate delivery of required flight test Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) with various GFE managers to include subsystems, test instrumentation, and weapons so they are available to support tests. (Prime Contractor is responsible for maintenance of test aircraft).
</li><li>Assist in obtaining aircraft spare assets as appropriate to support the scope and level of test.
</li><li>Assist to coordinate actions of other Contractors, DoD representatives, and Developmental Test (DT) personnel.
</li><li>Assist to develop and coordinate test reporting requirements and shall support periodic reviews and disposition test agency watch items.
</li><li>Assist to review watch items/Deficiency Reports (DRs) and coordinate required resolution.
</li><li>Assist to review flight test video and other data to assess the validity and impact of any significant anomalies, and shall recommend whether to suspend flight testing pending resolution. The Contractor shall review Government test completion letters, test reports, and Contractor test reports for adequacy, specification/performance requirement compliance, conformity with mandatory guidance and shall provide recommendations for process improvement.
</li><li>Assist to prepare, monitor, review, analyze and coordinate FMS documentation in compliance with established USG and FMS policy and procedures, utilizing exceptional communication skills, verbal and written, essential for effective interaction with both technical and non-technical personnel in the performance of assigned duties.
</li><li>Assist in collecting required documentation from vendors such as safety of flight certificates, software release memos, weapon range safety footprints, electronic warfare emitter types, frequency management data, technical order (TO) source data, and coordinate any required approvals with the appropriate agency(s). The Contractor shall support the appropriate airworthiness evaluations and documentation to support flight test efforts.
</li><li>Assist to develop preliminary estimates of flight test program cost and shall track obligation dates for funding and expenditure rates.
</li><li>Assist to develop program introduction documents and coordinate test agencies&rsquo; statements of capability for approval.</li>
<li>Recommend data and instrumentation requirements for each stakeholder and track the development of the data analysis plan as well as test aircraft instrumentation/modification documents.
</li><li>Assist in using current Government (industry standard) software for preparation of letters, documents, reports, and databases.
</li><li>Assist to prepare flight test release documentation, ensuring that required airworthiness and SEEK EAGLE flight clearance requirements have been met.
</li><li>Assist to coordinate test requirements between the prime Contractor, SPO IPT/SAPM, SPO Test Manager, Air Force Test Center (AFTC) or other LDTO as appropriate, and other test agencies.</li>
<li>Assist to ensure compliance with all applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certifications and procedures necessary prior to start of flight test.
</li><li>Assist to perform all flight test related duties related to both new production and major modification efforts.</li>
<li>Function as a liaison with widely dispersed team members in preparing technical materials, briefings slides, handouts, minutes, letters, reports and agendas.
</li><li>Participate in flight test missions (prime Contractor testbeds) to review data real-time.
</li><li>Assist to manage flight test programs requiring the integration of the electronic warfare systems (e.g. Advanced Integrated Defensive Electronic Warfare Suite (AIDEWS) and/or Advanced Countermeasures Electronic System (ACES)) and a broad variety of weapons for both the production and modified aircraft to include extensive coordination with various U.S. Government agencies, Air Force, prime weapon system Contractors, and various other vendors and subsystem Contractors.
</li><li>Assist to track cost and schedule of the test program, and provide status reports on program expenditures to the PM.
</li><li>Support program reviews and shall brief test plans, issues, and program status.
</li><li>Assist to prepare and present briefings at meetings with the customer, management, and higher headquarters.
</li><li>Assist with the release of reports to the customer through the foreign disclosure office and ensure reports are appropriately sanitized utilizing International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and other FMS policies and guidelines.
</li><li>Travel CONUS/OCONUS in order to support engineering technical meetings, test planning meetings, PMRs, Program Management Action Team (PMATs), Functional/Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs), and periodic observation of test mission execution at Government facilities or vendor labs.
</li><li>May be required to participate in Contractor flight test missions.
</li><li>Assist to review the DDL, security classification guidance, and other technical documentation for the program and assist to coordinate test-related documentation release issues with the foreign disclosure office.</li>
</ul><p><b>
Requirements</b></p><ul>
<li>
Must have at least an active top-secret clearance.</li>
<li>Master&rsquo;s or Doctoral Degree in a related field and a minimum of 10 ten years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, at least five of which must be in the DoD or</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in a related field and a minimum of 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoD or</li>
<li>Fifteen years of directly related experience with proper certifications, eight of which must be in the DoD</li>
<li>Minimum of three years of experience planning or conducting military flight test programs</li>
<li>Expertise in planning, directing, and integrating all aspects of the test and evaluation functions pertaining to the development, acquisition, and deployment of aeronautical weapons systems</li>
</ul><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><ul>
<li>
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp; Vision)</li>
<li>Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)</li>
<li>Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &amp; AD&amp;D)</li>
<li>Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &amp; Public Holidays)</li>
<li>Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)</li>
<li>Short Term &amp; Long Term Disability</li>
<li>Training &amp; Development</li></ul></div>

Flight Test and Evaluation Manager, Senior F-16 WAM (Top Secret)

<div><p><b>Overview</b></p><p>
At Credence, we support our clients&rsquo; mission-critical needs, powered by technology. We provide cutting-edge solutions, including AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities, to the largest defense and health federal organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for warfighters and secure our nation for a better future.</p><p>
We are privately held, are repeatedly recognized as a top place to work, and have been on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the last 12 years. We practice servant leadership and believe that by focusing on the success of our clients, team members, and partners, we all achieve greater success.</p><p>
Credence has an immediate opening for a Flight Test and Evaluation Manager who will be primarily responsible for supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center WAM (AFLCMC/WAM) directorate, F-16 division at Wright Patterson AFB, OH.</p><p>
F-16 &ldquo;Viper&rdquo; AFLCMC/WAM is headquartered at Hill Air Force Base with units located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Tyndall Air Force Base, Eglin Air Force Base, and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. The F-16 &ldquo;Viper&rdquo; is a multi-role fighter jet delivering air-to-air, air-to-ground, and surveillance capabilities for the United States Air Force (USAF) and Coalition Partners.
</p><p>The F-16 program has the largest Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program in U.S. history producing over 4,500 jets for 24 countries. Each F-16 FMS case is uniquely tailored to country requirements / development / funding. Presently, FMS production orders exist through 2030. Additionally, the F-16 program includes the Multi-National Fighter Program (MNFP). MNFP is not a typical FMS program, but a unique, cooperative USAF and development program implemented through the FMS process under the framework of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). MNFP began in 1975 with the countries of Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway; Portugal joined in 200.</p><p></p><p><b>
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below:</b></p><p></p><ul>
<li>
Assist in the designing, planning, execution, analysis and reporting phases of test and evaluation to assess the performance of F-16 systems, subsystems and equipment as they progress through the various acquisition phases and milestones.
</li><li>Assist to prepare, maintain, update and review the full range of test and test-related documentation for adequacy, specification/performance requirement compliance, conformity with mandatory guidance and provide recommendations as necessary for improvement.
</li><li>Assist to develop the plan to ensure execution and support the flight test program for the F-16 FMS programs including both the production and modification efforts, including close coordination with technical (engineering), logistics, flight test community, and Lead Development Test Organization (LDTO) test support staff.
</li><li>Support management of all phases of the flight test program and shall assess the performance of aeronautical systems, subsystems and equipment for a major acquisition and modification program. The Contractor shall assist to analyze technical and contractual requirements and to formulate test strategies and methodologies to ensure the optimum verification of requirements.
 </li><li>Support flight test meetings such as Test Integrated Product Team (TIPT) meetings.
</li><li>Assist to develop briefing charts, manage meeting logistics of briefing presentations, set up VTC/TEAMS meetings, prepare minutes, manage action items, schedule conference rooms, issue attendee invitations, and provide meeting handouts.
</li><li>Support the F-16 Integrated Test Team (ITT) meetings and provide inputs to the F-16 overall test documentation including the Capstone Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP).
 </li><li>Assist to develop master test plans, detailed test schedules, and develop specific measures of performance and effectiveness.
</li><li>Assist to forecast requirements for, and acquire munitions, air-to-air vehicles, range targets and emitters, alternate mission equipment, and any specialized ground equipment necessary for handling, maintaining, or testing F-16 aircraft and equipment.</li>
<li>Assist review and shall make approval recommendations to the Government.
</li><li>Assist to locate and coordinate delivery of required flight test Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) with various GFE managers to include subsystems, test instrumentation, and weapons so they are available to support tests. (Prime Contractor is responsible for maintenance of test aircraft).
</li><li>Assist in obtaining aircraft spare assets as appropriate to support the scope and level of test.
</li><li>Assist to coordinate actions of other Contractors, DoD representatives, and Developmental Test (DT) personnel.
</li><li>Assist to develop and coordinate test reporting requirements and shall support periodic reviews and disposition test agency watch items.
</li><li>Assist to review watch items/Deficiency Reports (DRs) and coordinate required resolution.
</li><li>Assist to review flight test video and other data to assess the validity and impact of any significant anomalies, and shall recommend whether to suspend flight testing pending resolution. The Contractor shall review Government test completion letters, test reports, and Contractor test reports for adequacy, specification/performance requirement compliance, conformity with mandatory guidance and shall provide recommendations for process improvement.
</li><li>Assist to prepare, monitor, review, analyze and coordinate FMS documentation in compliance with established USG and FMS policy and procedures, utilizing exceptional communication skills, verbal and written, essential for effective interaction with both technical and non-technical personnel in the performance of assigned duties.
</li><li>Assist in collecting required documentation from vendors such as safety of flight certificates, software release memos, weapon range safety footprints, electronic warfare emitter types, frequency management data, technical order (TO) source data, and coordinate any required approvals with the appropriate agency(s). The Contractor shall support the appropriate airworthiness evaluations and documentation to support flight test efforts.
</li><li>Assist to develop preliminary estimates of flight test program cost and shall track obligation dates for funding and expenditure rates.
</li><li>Assist to develop program introduction documents and coordinate test agencies&rsquo; statements of capability for approval.</li>
<li>Recommend data and instrumentation requirements for each stakeholder and track the development of the data analysis plan as well as test aircraft instrumentation/modification documents.
</li><li>Assist in using current Government (industry standard) software for preparation of letters, documents, reports, and databases.
</li><li>Assist to prepare flight test release documentation, ensuring that required airworthiness and SEEK EAGLE flight clearance requirements have been met.
</li><li>Assist to coordinate test requirements between the prime Contractor, SPO IPT/SAPM, SPO Test Manager, Air Force Test Center (AFTC) or other LDTO as appropriate, and other test agencies.</li>
<li>Assist to ensure compliance with all applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certifications and procedures necessary prior to start of flight test.
</li><li>Assist to perform all flight test related duties related to both new production and major modification efforts.</li>
<li>Function as a liaison with widely dispersed team members in preparing technical materials, briefings slides, handouts, minutes, letters, reports and agendas.
</li><li>Participate in flight test missions (prime Contractor testbeds) to review data real-time.
</li><li>Assist to manage flight test programs requiring the integration of the electronic warfare systems (e.g. Advanced Integrated Defensive Electronic Warfare Suite (AIDEWS) and/or Advanced Countermeasures Electronic System (ACES)) and a broad variety of weapons for both the production and modified aircraft to include extensive coordination with various U.S. Government agencies, Air Force, prime weapon system Contractors, and various other vendors and subsystem Contractors.
</li><li>Assist to track cost and schedule of the test program, and provide status reports on program expenditures to the PM.
</li><li>Support program reviews and shall brief test plans, issues, and program status.
</li><li>Assist to prepare and present briefings at meetings with the customer, management, and higher headquarters.
</li><li>Assist with the release of reports to the customer through the foreign disclosure office and ensure reports are appropriately sanitized utilizing International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and other FMS policies and guidelines.
</li><li>Travel CONUS/OCONUS in order to support engineering technical meetings, test planning meetings, PMRs, Program Management Action Team (PMATs), Functional/Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs), and periodic observation of test mission execution at Government facilities or vendor labs.
</li><li>May be required to participate in Contractor flight test missions.
</li><li>Assist to review the DDL, security classification guidance, and other technical documentation for the program and assist to coordinate test-related documentation release issues with the foreign disclosure office.</li>
</ul><p><b>
Requirements</b></p><ul>
<li>
Must have at least an active top secret clearance.</li>
<li>Master&rsquo;s or Doctoral Degree in a related field and a minimum of 20 ten years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, at least twelve of which must be in the DoD or</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in a related field and a minimum of 25 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, fifteen of which must be in the DoD or</li>
<li>Thirty years of directly related experience with proper certifications, twenty of which must be in the DoD</li>
<li>Minimum of three years of experience planning or conducting military flight test programs</li>
<li>Expertise in planning, directing, and integrating all aspects of the test and evaluation functions pertaining to the development, acquisition, and deployment of aeronautical weapons systems</li>
</ul><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><ul>
<li>
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp; Vision)</li>
<li>Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)</li>
<li>Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &amp; AD&amp;D)</li>
<li>Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &amp; Public Holidays)</li>
<li>Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)</li>
<li>Short Term &amp; Long Term Disability</li>
<li>Training &amp; Development</li></ul></div>

Flight Test and Evaluation Manager, Principal F-16 WAM (Top Secret)

AeroVironment

<div></div><div><div>Worker Type</div><div></div>
Regular<div><br>
Job Description</div><div><br>
AV is looking for a highly talented Range Safety Flight &amp; Termination Engineer to join our team! In this role you will support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Targets and Countermeasures Engineering Directorate (MDA/TCE) providing assistance across the targets portfolio with flight termination system and range safety requirements development and verification, Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) and Contractor-Furnished Equipment (CFE) hardware and software development, acceptance, qualification, integration, and checkout.</div><div></div><div>
Job Description:</div><ul><li><ul><li>Serve as Range Safety expert on behalf of the Targets Program Office during Flight tests, Range Safety Working Groups, and functionality testing.</li></ul></li><li><div>
Provide oversight of requirements development and allocation and verification for targets flight termination system products, including autonomous flight termination systems, and associated range safety Performance and/or oversight of GFE and CFE hardware and software development, acceptance, qualification, integration, and checkout.</div></li><li><div>
Provide summary and detailed level reports as necessary to document status, findings, and recommendations.</div></li><li><div>
Represent the interests of the customer in Working Groups, forums, and Technical Interchange Meetings.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Required:</div><ul><li><div>
Education: &middot; Master's degree and 12+ years working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program. Or, a Bachelor's degree and 20+ years working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program.</div></li><li><div>
Active Secret clearance.</div></li><li><div>
Works independently and/or leads teams to analyze and resolve problems.</div></li><li><div>
Working knowledge of Range Safety Requirements.</div></li><li><div>
Familiarity with flight safety analysis and analysis products.</div></li><li><div>
Proficiency in Range Tracking Systems (inertial measurement, GPS, C-band tracking).</div></li><li><div>
Proficiency with RCC-319 Flight Termination Commonality Standard and RCC-324 Global Positioning and Inertial Measurements Range Safety Tracking Systems Commonality Standard.</div></li><li><div>
Must be able to work in a dynamic environment and have the individual flexibility to work multiple actions simultaneously and resolve time sensitive issues.</div></li><li><div>
Strong communication skills to include oral, written and briefing.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Highly Desired:</div><ul><li><div>
Familiarity with autonomous flight termination systems.</div></li><li><div>
Flight Test Range Safety experience.</div></li><li><div>
Background in batteries, RF systems, ordnance and ordnance devices, antennas.</div></li><li><div>
10 + years of experience in defense and aerospace.</div></li></ul><div><br>
Clearance Level</div><br>
Secret<div></div><div>
ITAR Requirement:</div><div></div><div><i>
T</i><i>his position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (&ldquo;ITAR&rdquo;) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (&ldquo;EAR&rdquo;). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment&rsquo;s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment&rsquo;s business requirements. A &ldquo;U.S. person&rdquo; according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR &sect; 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.</i></div><div></div><div>
Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: <div>http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits</div>.</div><div></div><div>
We also encourage you to review our company website at <div>http://www.avinc.com</div> to learn more about us.</div><div></div><div>
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.</div><div></div><div>
Who We Are</div><div></div><div>
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we&rsquo;ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world&rsquo;s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution&rsquo;s permanent collection in Washington, DC.</div><div></div><div>
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty &ndash; and succeed.</div><div></div><div>
What We Do</div><div></div><div>
Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company&rsquo;s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.</div><div></div><div><i>
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.</i></div><div></div><div>
ITAR</div></div><div></div>

Range Safety & Flight Termination Engineer

<div><p><b>Overview</b></p><p>
At Credence, we support our clients&rsquo; mission-critical needs, powered by technology. We provide cutting-edge solutions, including AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities, to the largest defense and health federal organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for warfighters and secure our nation for a better future.</p><p>
We are privately held, are repeatedly recognized as a top place to work, and have been on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the last 12 years. We practice servant leadership and believe that by focusing on the success of our clients, team members, and partners, we all achieve greater success.</p><p>
Credence has an immediate opening for a Software and Hardware Tester who will be primarily responsible for supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center WAM (AFLCMC/WAM) directorate, F-16 division at Hill AFB, UT.</p><p>
F-16 &ldquo;Viper&rdquo; AFLCMC/WAM is headquartered at Hill Air Force Base with units located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Tyndall Air Force Base, Eglin Air Force Base, and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. The F-16 &ldquo;Viper&rdquo; is a multi-role fighter jet delivering air-to-air, air-to-ground, and surveillance capabilities for the United States Air Force (USAF) and Coalition Partners.
</p><p>The F-16 program has the largest Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program in U.S. history producing over 4,500 jets for 24 countries. Each F-16 FMS case is uniquely tailored to country requirements / development / funding. Presently, FMS production orders exist through 2030. Additionally, the F-16 program includes the Multi-National Fighter Program (MNFP). MNFP is not a typical FMS program, but a unique, cooperative USAF and development program implemented through the FMS process under the framework of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). MNFP began in 1975 with the countries of Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway; Portugal joined in 200.</p><p></p><p><b>
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below:</b></p><p></p><ul>
<li>
Assist development of test documentation such as test releases and airworthiness memorandums and shall coordinate test resource scheduling for fighter weapons systems integration test infrastructure, government Development Test and Evaluation (DT&amp;E) and Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&amp;E) test aircraft instrumentation, configure actions, as well as USAF and other DoD test range facilities.
 </li><li>Assist with collecting required documentation from vendors in the form of software release and safety of flight memos, aircraft and engine operating limitations, as well as aerospace equipment instructions, frequency management data, and shall coordinate any required approvals through the program office and ACC for authorization.
</li><li>Assist with creating and interpreting Air Force Form 1067 (requirements document) and Temporary 2 (T-2) modification documentation to include appropriate airworthiness disciplines and military flight release to support ground and flight testing to provide hardware and software fielding recommendations.
</li><li>Provide technical assistance to develop and coordinate test requirements between the prime Contractor, the program office IPT, AFTC, and any other test agency required, to include FAA certifications and approvals necessary to conduct ground or flight test.
</li><li>Support program management, test management and systems engineering for fighter weapons systems OFP software development, test and fielding.
</li><li>Assist with development of TEMPs, master test plans, and review of weapon system Contractor and Government DT&amp;E and OT&amp;E test plans and reports.
</li><li>Support with use of government flight test deficiency reporting systems (i.e. Joint Deficiency Reporting System) for verification of the description, severity of hazard, and recommendations to support further ground or flight test guidance from TO 00-35D-54, <i>USAF Deficiency Reporting, Investigation, and Resolution</i>.
</li><li>Support developmental and operational test enterprise aircraft tracking and test configuration along with coordination to AFMC on maintenance modifications.
</li><li>Support ground and flight test anomaly troubleshooting and resolution for hardware, subsystems, sensors, and weapons development integration on test programs.
</li><li>Support fighter weapons systems integration including weapons systems integration for air to air missiles, air to ground guided and non-guided weapons and defensive pyrotechnics.
</li><li>Support flight test programs to assess the performance of aeronautical systems, subsystems, and equipment, to include analysis of technical requirements to ensure test methods and strategies meet the needs of mission requirements.</li>
<li>Support various test support working groups and IPTs such as the F-16 ITT to ensure proper support for ongoing and future test efforts.</li>
<li>Support management of the F-16 test aircraft fleet and shall coordinate with depot and other Contractor teams to enable installation of test hardware on the necessary test aircraft.</li>
</ul><p><b>
Requirements</b></p><ul>
<li>
Must have at least an active secret clearance.</li>
<li>Master&rsquo;s or Doctoral Degree in a related field and a minimum of 10 ten years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, at least five of which must be in the DoD or</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in a related field and a minimum of 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoD or</li>
<li>Fifteen years of directly related experience with proper certifications, eight of which must be in the DoD</li>
<li>Minimum of three years of experience planning or conducting military flight test programs</li>
<li>Expertise in planning, directing, and integrating all aspects of the test and evaluation functions pertaining to the development, acquisition, and deployment of aeronautical weapons systems</li>
</ul><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><ul>
<li>
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp; Vision)</li>
<li>Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)</li>
<li>Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &amp; AD&amp;D)</li>
<li>Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &amp; Public Holidays)</li>
<li>Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)</li>
<li>Short Term &amp; Long Term Disability</li>
<li>Training &amp; Development</li></ul></div>

Software and Hardware Tester, Senior F-16 WAM (Secret)

<div><p><b>Overview</b></p><p>
At Credence, we support our clients&rsquo; mission-critical needs, powered by technology. We provide cutting-edge solutions, including AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities, to the largest defense and health federal organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for warfighters and secure our nation for a better future.</p><p>
We are privately held, are repeatedly recognized as a top place to work, and have been on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the last 12 years. We practice servant leadership and believe that by focusing on the success of our clients, team members, and partners, we all achieve greater success.</p><p>
Credence has an immediate opening for a Software and Hardware Tester who will be primarily responsible for supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center WAM (AFLCMC/WAM) directorate, F-16 division at Wright Patterson AFB, OH.</p><p>
F-16 &ldquo;Viper&rdquo; AFLCMC/WAM is headquartered at Hill Air Force Base with units located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Tyndall Air Force Base, Eglin Air Force Base, and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. The F-16 &ldquo;Viper&rdquo; is a multi-role fighter jet delivering air-to-air, air-to-ground, and surveillance capabilities for the United States Air Force (USAF) and Coalition Partners.
</p><p>The F-16 program has the largest Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program in U.S. history producing over 4,500 jets for 24 countries. Each F-16 FMS case is uniquely tailored to country requirements / development / funding. Presently, FMS production orders exist through 2030. Additionally, the F-16 program includes the Multi-National Fighter Program (MNFP). MNFP is not a typical FMS program, but a unique, cooperative USAF and development program implemented through the FMS process under the framework of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). MNFP began in 1975 with the countries of Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway; Portugal joined in 200.</p><p></p><p><b>
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below:</b></p><p></p><ul>
<li>
Assist development of test documentation such as test releases and airworthiness memorandums and shall coordinate test resource scheduling for fighter weapons systems integration test infrastructure, government Development Test and Evaluation (DT&amp;E) and Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&amp;E) test aircraft instrumentation, configure actions, as well as USAF and other DoD test range facilities.
 </li><li>Assist with collecting required documentation from vendors in the form of software release and safety of flight memos, aircraft and engine operating limitations, as well as aerospace equipment instructions, frequency management data, and shall coordinate any required approvals through the program office and ACC for authorization.
</li><li>Assist with creating and interpreting Air Force Form 1067 (requirements document) and Temporary 2 (T-2) modification documentation to include appropriate airworthiness disciplines and military flight release to support ground and flight testing to provide hardware and software fielding recommendations.
</li><li>Provide technical assistance to develop and coordinate test requirements between the prime Contractor, the program office IPT, AFTC, and any other test agency required, to include FAA certifications and approvals necessary to conduct ground or flight test.
</li><li>Support program management, test management and systems engineering for fighter weapons systems OFP software development, test and fielding.
</li><li>Assist with development of TEMPs, master test plans, and review of weapon system Contractor and Government DT&amp;E and OT&amp;E test plans and reports.
</li><li>Support with use of government flight test deficiency reporting systems (i.e. Joint Deficiency Reporting System) for verification of the description, severity of hazard, and recommendations to support further ground or flight test guidance from TO 00-35D-54, <i>USAF Deficiency Reporting, Investigation, and Resolution</i>.
</li><li>Support developmental and operational test enterprise aircraft tracking and test configuration along with coordination to AFMC on maintenance modifications.
</li><li>Support ground and flight test anomaly troubleshooting and resolution for hardware, subsystems, sensors, and weapons development integration on test programs.
</li><li>Support fighter weapons systems integration including weapons systems integration for air to air missiles, air to ground guided and non-guided weapons and defensive pyrotechnics.
</li><li>Support flight test programs to assess the performance of aeronautical systems, subsystems, and equipment, to include analysis of technical requirements to ensure test methods and strategies meet the needs of mission requirements.</li>
<li>Support various test support working groups and IPTs such as the F-16 ITT to ensure proper support for ongoing and future test efforts.</li>
<li>Support management of the F-16 test aircraft fleet and shall coordinate with depot and other Contractor teams to enable installation of test hardware on the necessary test aircraft.</li>
</ul><p><b>
Requirements</b></p><ul>
<li>
Must have at least an active top secret clearance.</li>
<li>Master&rsquo;s or Doctoral Degree in a related field and a minimum of 10 ten years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, at least five of which must be in the DoD or</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in a related field and a minimum of 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoD or</li>
<li>Fifteen years of directly related experience with proper certifications, eight of which must be in the DoD</li>
<li>Minimum of three years of experience planning or conducting military flight test programs</li>
<li>Expertise in planning, directing, and integrating all aspects of the test and evaluation functions pertaining to the development, acquisition, and deployment of aeronautical weapons systems</li>
</ul><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><ul>
<li>
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp; Vision)</li>
<li>Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)</li>
<li>Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &amp; AD&amp;D)</li>
<li>Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &amp; Public Holidays)</li>
<li>Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)</li>
<li>Short Term &amp; Long Term Disability</li>
<li>Training &amp; Development</li></ul></div>

Software and Hardware Tester, Senior F-16 WAM (Top Secret)

Asteria Aerospace

<div><div>Asteria Aerospace Ltd is a full-stack drone technology company providing actionable intelligence from aerial data.</div><div>
We develop deeply customized drone solutions for government and enterprise customers using our in-house hardware design,</div><div>
software development, and manufacturing capabilities. We have been a trusted partner to provide long-term and quality-focused drone products</div><div>
&amp; services to the defense &amp; homeland security, agriculture, oil &amp; gas, energy &amp; utilities, telecommunications, mining, and construction sectors.</div><div>
Our drone solutions protect borders and facilities, improve farm yields, inspect critical assets, and monitor construction sites using the power</div><div>
of aerial intelligence. Asteria Aerospace is a subsidiary of Jio Platforms Ltd, which is a majority-owned subsidiary of Reliance Industries Ltd.</div><div></div><div><br>
</div><div>
If drones excite and inspire you, we would love to have you as a part of our growing team of change-makers. Don&rsquo;t simply watch the latest tech unfold, be a part of creating the future with us!</div><div><br>
</div><div>
</div><div>Our Values</div><div>
</div><div>
1. Take Charge</div><div>
</div><div>
2. Build Trust</div><div>
</div><div>
3. Thrive Together</div><div>
</div><div>
4. Pursue Excellence</div><div>
</div><div>
5. Focus on Quality</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Designation: Associate Engineer I - Flight Operations</b></h3><div></div><div><b><br>
Job Description:</b></div><div>
The Associate Engineer I-Flight Operation role is to safely operate drones for drone solutions projects by executing approved mission plans, capturing high-quality aerial data and ensuring strict compliance with DGCA regulations, airspace requirements and organizational SOPs. The role involves conducting pre-flight and post-flight checks, maintaining flight logs, coordinating with the operations team during deployments and promptly reporting any technical or safety issues to ensure reliable, efficient and compliant drone operations.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Specific Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li>
Operate quadcopter &amp;VTOL drones for aerial surveys, inspections, and monitoring projects.</li><li>
Conduct pre-flight planning and on-site reconnaissance.</li><li>
Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks to ensure safety and efficiency.</li><li>
Capture aerial datasets (RGB, Thermal, Multispectral, or EO-IR, as applicable).</li><li>
Ensure strict adherence to DGCA and company safety protocols.</li><li>
Support troubleshooting and basic maintenance of drones and ground equipment.</li><li>
Maintain accurate flight logs, daily mission reports, and operational records.</li><li>
Support mission planning with Project Leads.</li><li>
Assist in equipment inventory management and readiness checks.</li><li>
Assist in the development of operational SOPs and training materials when required.</li><li>
Travel to customer or project locations as per operational needs..</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Desired Skills &amp; Characteristics:</b></div><ul><li>
Quadcopter &amp; VTOL flying skills</li><li>
Understanding of drone components and flight modes.</li><li>
Ability to perform basic troubleshooting under supervision.</li><li>
Documentation and reporting.</li><li>
Good communication and teamwork skills.</li><li>
Willingness to learn and adapt to project requirements.</li><li>
Documentation and reporting.</li><li>
Good communication and teamwork skills.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Qualification:</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s in Aeronautical/ Mechanical/ Electronics/related Engineering</li><li>
Valid DGCA Pilot license</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Relevant Experience:</b></div><ul><li>
0-2 years experience in flying multirotor and VTOL</li><li>
Experience in onsite drone data collection and data post processing.</li><li>
Experience in flying in different terrains and operational conditions (rural, industrial, corridor, confined areas).</li></ul></div>

Associate Engineer I - Flight Operations

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