flight test engineer

ursa major

<p></p><div><div><p>Berthoud, Colorado</p></div><p></p><div><div><br>
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The future of aerospace and defense starts here.</b></p><p><br>
Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.</p>
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<p>We&rsquo;re seeking an accomplished, fast-learning individual to join our team as a Senior Flight Test Engineer, driving Ursa Major&rsquo;s mission and supporting both internal and customer-driven flight campaigns. This senior-level role is critical in ensuring success from product delivery and contract execution through to the final stages of flight operations, while mentoring junior engineers and leading project teams.</p>
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As a Senior Flight Test Engineer, you&rsquo;ll serve as the on-site technical authority regarding Ursa Major&rsquo;s hypersonic products, taking ownership of system integration, operations, testing, and flight for customer programs, and contributing significantly to the strategy, development, and execution of Ursa Major&rsquo;s own flight initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, solve complex challenges, and act as a critical liaison between customers and internal teams, while also providing technical leadership and direction to others.</p>
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Responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul><li>Lead integration, checkouts, and static fire testing of hypersonic vehicles and propulsion systems</li>
<li>Champion Test-Like-You-Fly practices during ground operations at our Berthoud campus and during range operations</li>
<li>Author, review, and execute procedures for checkouts, propellant load, and hotfire operations</li>
<li>Lead and support ground and flight operations with a strong emphasis on safety for Ursa Major&rsquo;s missions, including overseeing other test engineers, operators, and technicians</li>
<li>Guide data review, failure investigations, and sequence preparation for static fire testing and flight</li>
<li>Coordinate with test ranges and external agencies to plan and execute complex flight test campaigns while complying with regulatory and range safety requirements</li>
<li>Lead customer status updates and milestone reviews for both programmatic and technical content</li>
<li>Present and provide technical review in customer meetings, integration reviews, and internal technical deep-dives</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert on Ursa Major&rsquo;s hypersonic vehicle and propulsion systems</li>
<li>Troubleshoot complex system and component hardware issues in the field, developing effective solutions with the Ursa team and customer, and lead implementation efforts</li>
<li>Mentor and provide technical guidance to less experienced team members; contribute to best practices and training resources</li>
</ul><p><b>Required Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul><li>B.S. in Engineering</li>
<li>5+ years of relevant experience in aerospace systems integration, test, or flight operations</li>
<li>Demonstrated team leadership and/or project management experience in technical environments</li>
<li>Passion for developing customer relationships and ensuring mission success</li>
<li>Unwavering attention to detail, curiosity, and relentless in resolving complex problems</li>
<li>Substantial hands-on experience with aerospace hardware and test environments</li>
<li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup environment, adapting to evolving priorities</li>
<li>Willing to spend 30% of the year on travel for multi-week test and flight campaigns</li>
</ul><p><b>Desired Experience:</b></p>
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in engineering</li>
<li>Technical expertise in liquid rocket engine manufacturing, integration, or test</li>
<li>Technical expertise in vehicle stage systems and propulsion fluid systems</li>
<li>Direct flight or test operational experience</li>
<li>Deep understanding of aerospace industry standards and requirements</li>
<li>Experience in systems engineering and requirements verification</li>
<li>Experience in a mission assurance role</li>
<li>Significant leadership in customer-facing and/or multi-disciplinary technical teams</li>
<li>Experience managing and leading engineering teams through test campaigns and complex projects</li>
<li>Experience working with range requirements for flight test campaigns</li>
<li>Experience mentoring, coaching, or training other engineers</li>
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<p>Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $121,000 &ndash; $150,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we <i>can&rsquo;t </i>quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.</p>
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Classification: Full-time Exempt</p><p></p><div><div><br>
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<p></p><p><b>Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)</b></p>
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<li>Unlimited PTO &ndash; Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement</li>
<li>Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave</li>
<li>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance</li>
<li>Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)</li>
<li>Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&amp;D</li>
<li>Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport</li>
<li>EAP Program</li>
<li>Retirement Savings Plan &ndash; 401k with Company Match</li>
<li>Equity Grants in the Company</li></ul><br>
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How To Apply:</b><br>
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application . This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.</p>
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</div><div><b>NOTE: </b>Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don&rsquo;t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.</div>
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<div></div><div><b>US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED.</b></div>
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<div><b>Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.</b></div>
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<div><i>We&rsquo;re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.</i></div>
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<div>No outside recruiters, please.</div></div></div></div><div></div>

Senior Flight Test Engineer

Arcfield

<div>Responsibilities:
<p><b>
ARCFIELD</b> is seeking an <b>Aerospace Flight Software Test Engineer</b> to test launch vehicle control software for critical National Security Space (NSS) missions for the U.S. Government.</p><p></p><p><br>
Join a team of highly skilled engineers (ROCKET SCIENTISTS!) performing Software Independent Validation and Verification (IV&amp;V) tasks for payloads launching on ULA Vulcan, SpaceX Falcon 9 and potentially other New Entrant launch vehicles.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Get to Do with Us:
</b></p><ul><li>Analyze Flight Software and Mission-Specific requirements in support of Test Plan development</li><li>
Verify that flight software logic is correctly implemented based on software design documentation</li><li>
Verify that flight software parameters are correctly implemented based on trajectory design data</li><li>
Set up and execute simulator test cases; analyze test results to validate integrated flight software performance meets requirements</li><li>
Execute and evaluate the output from MATLAB analysis tools</li><li>
Document test results for delivery to the Customer</li><li>
Strict adherence to project schedules in support of Customer Milestones</li><li>
Work within small teams, following established procedures, to achieve project goals</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Gain from this opportunity:</b></p><div>
Be part of a proven team working on the next generation of space launch vehicles providing access to space. You will be performing software testing with varying degrees of complex analysis ranging from document and data review to the use of closed-loop trajectory simulations utilizing flight computer software emulators developed by Arcfield.</div>
Qualifications:
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What We Need from You (REQUIRED):
</b></p><ul><li>US Citizenship</li><li>
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related engineering/scientific discipline with 0 - 2 years of experience</li><li>
Familiarity with C++ programming language</li><li>
Evidence of strong technical writing skills</li><li>
Coursework in general physics and orbital mechanics</li><li>
MATLAB scripting and data analysis</li></ul><p><b>
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have (DESIRED):</b></p><ul><li>
Exposure/Experience to test case development, data analysis, and launch vehicle subsystems</li><li>
Exposure to Software Development Lifecycle concepts</li></ul><div>
#MASC #ROCKETS #SPACE #AEROSPACEENGINEER</div>
Equal Pay Act: This is the projected compensation range for this position. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, Arcfield invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Arcfield &rsquo;s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections. Min: $53,613.32 Max: $128,832.01 EEO Statement:
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</div><p>We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.</p></div>

Aerospace Flight Software Test Engineer

Lockheed Martin

<div><p><b>JOB ID:</b> 727686BR</p>
<p><b>Date posted:</b> May. 09, 2026</p>
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<p><b>Description:</b></p><div>
Our products play an important role in the national security of the United States and more than 70 other countries, ensuring peace and stability around the world. Highly trained and specialized personnel and facilities are key to the company's unrivaled success in the aeronautics industry. Our workforce of more than 30,000 has pre-eminent expertise in advanced aircraft design and production, modification and support, stealth technology and systems integration.<br>
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Join the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics team at Hill Air Force Base, Utah as an F-16 Pilot Software System Test Engineer. This position will function as a Software / Hardware Subject Matter Expert (SME) aircrew and engineer, embedded within the Ogden Air Logistic Complex software maintenance group that develops and designs F-16 aircraft specific software for the aircraft Operational Flight Program (OFP) and/or sub-system flight computers!
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<b>What You Will Be Doing</b><br>
Responsibilities include:<br>
<ul><li>Interpret and decompose aircraft and weapons requirements to develop test cases and software programs for automated tests.
</li><li>Develop software applications and software engineering packages to enhance and improve traditional software and hardware System Integration Lab (SIL) testing processes.</li><li>Coordinate and communicate with software and hardware test team members to plan and execute tests across the spectrum of the software development processes.
</li><li>Document findings and results in accordance with established development and configuration management processes.
</li><li>Conduct integration tests of each aircraft subsystem against developmental aircraft Operational Flight Programs (OFP).
</li><li>Develop test plans and test procedures.</li><li>Effectively communicate discovered OFP and Integrated Test Stand (ITS) anomalies and defects.</li><li>Conduct system level tests at each phase of the software development process.
</li><li>Support Interface Control Working Group (ICWG) and User Group meetings. Document findings and results in accordance with established development and configuration management processes.
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<ul><li>This position may require occasional travel.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Must be a U.S. citizen. Must possess a Final Secret Security Clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.</li></ul><br>
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Who You Are</b><br>
You thrive in cross-functional environments, actively engaging with colleagues from various departments to foster collaboration and achieve shared goals..<br>
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You possess strong analytical skills, enabling you to assess existing processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement data-driven solutions that drive improvement.<br>
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<b>What&rsquo;s In It For You:</b><br>
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security,<br>
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Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
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#OneLMHotJobs<br>
aeroafs<br>
aerosystems<br>
aerosoftware<br>
aerocyber<br>
<b>Basic Qualifications:</b><br>
The following Basic Qualifications are skills that a candidate must possess to be considered for this position:<br>
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<ul><li>F-16 fighter aircrew (pilot) with at least 5 years flying experience.</li><li>Experience with problem solving, root cause analysis, and troubleshooting.</li><li>Experience with technical writing, editing, and presenting.</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Access, etc.)</li></ul><b>
Desired Skills:</b><br>
The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the other candidates:<br>
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<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a technical field.</li><li>Knowledge of F-16 aircraft avionics systems including Pilot Vehicle Interfaces (PVI), internal electronic bus structure, and subsystem integration operations.
</li><li>Extensive knowledge of F-16 aircraft sub-systems, weapon systems, sensors and how they integrate with on-board computer processors.</li><li>Flight Test Experience.
</li><li>Ability to effectively interface with civilian government, DoD, and industry representatives.
</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>Able to thrive in a fast paced team environment.</li></ul><b>
Security Clearance Statement: </b>This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.<br>
<b>Clearance Level: </b>Secret<br>
<b>Other Important Information You Should Know</b><br>
<b>Expression of Interest: </b>By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.<br>
<b>Ability to Work Remotely: </b>Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.<br>
<b>Work Schedules: </b>Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.<br>
<b>Schedule for this Position: </b>9x80 every other Friday off<br>
<b>Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.</b><br>
<b>The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.</b><br>
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They&rsquo;re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.<br>
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As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin&rsquo;s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers&rsquo; toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.<br>
<b>Experience Level: </b>Experienced Professional<br>
<b>Business Unit: </b>AERONAUTICS COMPANY<br>
<b>Relocation Available: </b>Yes<br>
<b>Career Area: </b>Software Engineering<br>
<b>Type: </b>Full-Time<br>
<b>Shift: </b>First</div></div>
<br><div><p>At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.</p>
<p><b>Pioneering Defense Technology:</b> From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.</p>
<p><b>United By Culture:</b> Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another&rsquo;s perspectives to win for our customers.</p>
<p><b>Real Impact, Real Growth:</b> Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.</p>
<p><b>Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life:</b> Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive &mdash; at work and beyond.</p>
<p><b>Empowered to Be Your Best:</b> Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.</p>
<p>Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:</p>
<div></div><ul><div>Flexible Schedules, dependent on role</div>
<div></div><div>Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management</div>
<div></div><div>Locations: Nationwide &amp; OCONUS Positions</div></ul></div>

F-16 Pilot Software System Test Engineer (Level 5)

Raytheon

<div><p><b>Date Posted:</b></p>
2026-03-18<p><b>
Country:</b></p>
United States of America<p><b>
Location:</b></p>
US-AZ-TUCSON-M09 ~ 3350 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M09<p><b>
Position Role Type:</b></p>
Onsite<p><b>
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:</b><b>
</b></p>Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
<p><b>Security Clearance Type:
</b></p>DoD Clearance: Secret<p><b>
Security Clearance Status:
</b></p>Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date<p></p><p>
At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling &ndash; to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today&rsquo;s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow&rsquo;s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.</p><p><br>
In Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&amp;TC) we integrate, verify, and validate our products. We put our systems together, exercise them in the lab or in the field, measure and analyze performance, and make sure our products work the first time and every time. To accomplish this, we develop plans and procedures, debug and evaluate system functions and interfaces, develop test environments, and work hand-in-hand with our customers. SETC is an exciting and challenging environment where you will have the opportunity to design, develop and test to shape innovative solutions for our customers.</p><p></p><p>
We are excited to announce an opportunity for the Coyote Effector Test Director (TD) role to join our team in Tucson AZ. The TD will be responsible for performing integration, verification, and field qualification testing to ensure the system under test performs according to specifications/requirements.</p><p></p><p><b>
What You Will Do:</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and execution of test events cumulating in multiple flight test demonstrations.</li><li>
Perform comprehensive planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of testing activities.</li><li>
Perform integration, verification, and field qualification testing to ensure the system under test performs according to specifications/requirements.</li><li>
Conduct/create documentation in support of reviews associated with formal testing, which may include Test Readiness Review (TRR), Consent to Ship (CTS), and Engineering Safety Review Boards (ESRB&rsquo;s).</li><li>
Liaison between the test execution team, customer representatives (when present) and program leads during the preparation and execution of the test events.</li><li>
This position may require up to 10% travel during periods that include field test execution.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Qualifications You Must Have:</b></p><ul><li>
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.</li><li>
Experience with test planning and/or test execution.</li><li>
Experience with test related reviews ( i.e. CTS, TRR &amp; ESRB&rsquo;s)</li><li>
Ability to obtain Interim Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Qualifications We Prefer</b><b>: (5-6 Bullets Max)</b></p><ul><li>
Experience in a test environment with emphasis in test execution. Preference for experience in both test planning/strategy in addition to test execution.</li><li>
Experience with Coyote flight test operations or other rapid development programs.</li><li>
Experience with Systems Integration.</li><li>
Experience diagnosing and resolving technical issues.</li><li>
Experience with integrating test equipment, telemetry data analysis tools, and missile systems host platforms.</li><li>
Ability to become certified in explosives handling for 1.1 products</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What We Offer:</b></p><ul><li>
Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.</li><li>
 Relocation Eligibility - Yes</li></ul><p><br>
Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.</p><ul><li>
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.<br>
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Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. <b>DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS)</b>, an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm<br>
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Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location</li></ul><p></p><p><b><i>
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.</i></b></p><p></p>
The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate&rsquo;s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.<p></p>
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.<p></p>
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company&rsquo;s performance.<p></p>
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.<p></p>
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.<p></p><p><i>
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans&rsquo; Readjustment Assistance Act.</i>
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Senior Systems Engineer - Test Director

ADASI

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 Principal Mechanical Engineer - Loads / Stress
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 ADASI
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   Develop aircraft-level loads for UAV systems, including: Maneuver loads (limit and ultimate cases) ,Gust and turbulence loads (where applicable) ,Ground loads (landing, taxi, handling, transportation) ,Propulsion and system-induced loads (thrust, inertia, vibration drivers) Payload and mission-dependent loads
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   Translate mission profiles and operational scenarios into design loads, working closely with Flight Mechanics, Aerodynamics, Systems, and Test teams.
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   Define load cases, combinations, and envelopes, ensuring: Internal consistency across disciplines, Traceability to assumptions and mission definitions ,Practical usability by stress and design teams
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   Establish and document loads methodologies, including: Assumptions and simplifications appropriate for UAV development ,Use of empirical data, hand methods, and analytical models , Clear definition of validity ranges and limitations
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   Perform analytical and numerical loads analysis, using- First-principles calculations (free-body diagrams, inertia relief, load paths) Simplified models (beam models, lumped masses)FEM (primarily for load extraction and distribution, not detailed stress sizing)
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   Provide load inputs to stress, design, and systems teams, including-Section loads, interface loads, and component-level loads ,Time histories or envelopes when required ,Clear definition of coordinate systems and reference conditions
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   Support multidisciplinary integration, ensuring loads are aligned with: Mass properties and CG evolution, Control laws and flight envelope assumptions ,Structural layouts and load paths
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   Contribute to test definition and correlation, including: Ground and flight test instrumentation strategies (strain gauges, accelerometers) Back-calculation of loads from test data ,Updating models and assumptions based on test evidence
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   Act as a situational technical leader by driving resolution of ambiguous or conflicting inputs ,Challenging unrealistic assumptions ,Providing technically sound direction during design reviews and critical decisions
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   Continuously improve engineering practices, contributing to: Loads process definition and refinement templates, calculation methods, and internal guidelines , Knowledge sharing across programs
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (Master&rsquo;s or PhD preferred)
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  Professional Experience:
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   Strong understanding of aircraft loads development, including maneuver, gust, and ground loads
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   Ability to translate real-world missions into engineering load cases, avoiding over-idealization
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   Solid grasp of:
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 Rigid-body dynamics and inertia effects
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   Basic aeroelastic considerations (at least at conceptual level)
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   Experience with: Analytical tools (Excel, Python, MATLAB or similar) FEM tools (ANSYS, NASTRAN, Abaqus) for load extraction and distribution
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   Comfortable working with incomplete data, making justified engineering assumptions
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 Standards &amp; Compliance
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   Familiarity with aerospace standards (EASA, FAA, MIL-STD) as guidance frameworks, with the ability to scale and adapt them to UAV and non-certified platforms
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  Preferred Certifications
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   Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Professional Engineer (PE) (nice to have)
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   Experience contributing to internal methods, tools, or engineering processes
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Principal Mechanical Engineer - Loads / Stress

Akima

<div>Company Overview:
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Work Where it Matters</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Pinnacle Solutions, an Akima company, is not just another federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.</div><div></div><div><br>
At Pinnacle Solutions, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 I&ntilde;upiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
For our shareholders</b>, Pinnacle Solutions provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
For our government customers</b>, Pinnacle Solutions delivers comprehensive services for general construction and renovation, as well as civil and marine construction.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
As a Pinnacle Solutions employee</b>, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.</div>
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Pinnacle Solutions is looking for a CH-47 Flight Engineer/Mechaic to work in Tabuk, SA. The CH-47F FE is responsible for monitoring the aircraft systems, diagnosing and eliminating any problems that may arise, and ensuring that all maintenance faults have been recorded and properly corrected in accordance with service guidance. These duties will be performed day and night as well as under VMC and IMC The CH-47F will also perform aircraft maintenance, repairs, modifications, and inspections in accordance with approved methods and practices per specific Technical Manuals, Operator Manual, Maintenance Test Flight Checklist, and any other directives pertinent to the environment. The CH-47F FE will also provide technical direction and training to the Royal Saudi Land Forces Aviation Command when needed. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!</div>
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Performs flight crew work supporting heavy multi-engine aircraft and providing assistance to the pilot in the overall operation of the aircraft.</li><li><div>
Conducts APU operations, perform crew duties during a maintenance test flight (MTFs), and maintenance operational checks (MOCs).</div></li><li><div>
Performs CH-47F maintenance tasks and duties as required using Technical Manuals, Operator Manuals, Maintenance Test Flight Manual, Check List Manual, and any other directives pertinent to the environment.</div></li><li><div>
Removes, inspects, troubleshoots, and installs aircraft system and subsystem components and subcomponents to include, but not limited to, engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, flight controls, and hydraulics.</div></li><li><div>
Performs scheduled/unscheduled maintenance activities to include PMS, servicing and lubrication, and MOC/MTF support functions.</div></li><li><div>
Uses and performs operator maintenance on tools, special tools/test equipment, and Aircraft Ground Support Equipment (AGSE) and Peculiar Ground Support Equipment (PGSE).</div></li><li><div>
Prepares, reviews, and updates aircraft maintenance forms and records.</div></li><li><div>
Uses common measuring tools, measuring gauges, and alignment fixtures.</div></li><li><div>
Provides On-the-Job Training (OJT), coaching, and mentoring to Royal Saudi Land Forces Aviation Command (RSLAC) personnel in all aspects of aircraft maintenance activities.</div></li><li><div>
Ensures that all related maintenance operations are conducted in a safe manner.</div></li><li><div>
Other tasks as directed by the PC Manager and Maintenance Lead.</div></li></ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Eight (8) years' experience as an aircraft mechanic on CH-47F series aircraft.</li><li><div>
Successfully completed and be qualified by the appropriate U.S. Government armed forces CH-47 aircraft mechanic maintenance course or civilian equivalent training.</div></li><li><div>
Proficient in the use of computer-hosted interactive technical manuals, aircraft maintenance forms or similar aviation maintenance management system, and other aircraft-related documentation.</div></li><li><div>
Professional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to effectively communicate with the customer in a professional and courteous manner.</div></li><li><div>
Possess a valid state or Government issued driver&rsquo;s license.</div></li><li><div>
Successfully pass an overseas deployment physical upon hire.</div></li><li><div>
US Citizenship required.</div></li><li><div>
HS diploma required.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Desired Qualifications:</b></div><ul><li>
Military FE school trained.</li></ul>
Job ID: 2026-22733 Work Type: On-Site</div>

CH-47 Flight Engineer/Mechanic

Textron Airborne Solutions

<div>ATAC has an opening for an Associate Rotorcraft Safety Research Engineer. This is a full-time position and will be located <b>on-site</b> at the Federal Aviation Administration&rsquo;s (FAA&rsquo;s) William J. Hughes Technical Center (WJHTC) in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey. Telecommuting will <b>NOT </b>be authorized. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated member of ATAC&rsquo;s WJHTC team and will support various research efforts including aviation safety research.<br>
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 Responsibilities will include:<ul><li>
Reviewing flight and simulator video data and marking it at pre-developed safety events.</li><li>
Downloading and copying data from test activities.</li><li>
Quantitative and qualitative data analysis including reviewing, classifying, and categorizing flight and simulation data.</li><li>
Supporting the development of Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and other related graphics.</li><li>
Supporting the development of websites and other project materials.</li><li>
Supporting the development of heliports, flight procedures, and test scenarios.</li><li>
Supporting the set-up and use of helicopter and eVTOL flight simulators.</li><li>
Supporting the development, implementation, and use of eye-tracking tools.</li><li>
Developing models and analytical tools using big data and high-performance computing tools.</li></ul>
.A background check will be required for this position.
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<b>Qualifications</b><br>
ATAC is looking for open-minded people who have an interest in developing knowledge in the aviation domain and motivation to be a part of efforts to improve aviation safety. Current college students are welcome.<br>
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<i>Required attributes include</i>:
<ul><li>A BS degree in engineering with 0-2 years of related job experience.</li><li>
Strong analytical skills.</li><li>
Excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal relations skills.</li><li>
US citizenship or permanent residency.</li></ul><i>
Desired attributes include:</i><ul><li>
Proficient at using office productivity software including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.</li><li>
Knowledge/experience with Aviation.</li></ul>
The salary for this position is $59,000 - $64,000 annually. In addition, the ideal candidate is a team player, open to new ideas, technologies and development methodologies, thinks both logically and creatively, and approaches problems and problem solving with a positive and constructive attitude.<br>
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ATAC Corporation is a software and services company that specializes in providing the aviation community with state-of-the-art computer simulation, modeling, and analysis tools, as well as expert services in air traffic systems and operations design and analysis. We are committed to making major contributions to the aviation industry by providing high quality products and services to meet critical needs, while maintaining a creative, innovative, and responsive, small-company environment.<br>
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ATAC serves clients in both the public and private sectors via its headquarters office in Santa Clara, California and branch offices in Arlington, Virginia, and San Diego, California. Primary clients include the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), service branches of the Department of Defense (DOD), airport authorities, airport planning and engineering firms, and private companies involved with aviation systems development and integration.<br>
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ATAC is EOE, Disabled/Veterans.<br>
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ASSOCIATE ROTORCRAFT SAFETY RESEARCH ENGINEER

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