Structural Analysis – Stress /DADT/Dynamics/FEA/FEM

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking Structural Engineers for an opportunity in Marietta, Georgia.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

This position is for a flight test control engineer at Edwards Air Force Base, CA to provide ground operations support for flight test planning, execution, and verification/validation of performance at the F-16 Combined Test Force (CTF). The applicant will also be expected to provide ground ops support at the F-22 & F35 CTF as needed. The applicant will team with US Air Force, contractor, and civil service engineers as part of an integrated test team for developmental and operational tests. This position will serve as the principal focal point between aircraft maintenance and flight operations engineering personnel. He/she will (1) the coordinate and direct the execution of preflight and post-flight activities to ensure aircraft test readiness, (2) provide configuration control of aircraft software and hardware configurations to ensure that hardware, software, and instrumentation configurations are correct to meet test objectives, (3) coordinate maintenance and logistic support for systems checkouts, flight operations, and anomaly troubleshooting, and (4) coordinate as required with other organizations associated with test readiness.

This position will act as the principal focal point between maintenance, engineering and flight crew. Relays maintenance related aircraft constraints to the aircraft FTE's. Consult with management on changes or problems. Solve application and technical problems working collaboratively and independently with individuals from diverse technical disciplines and represent the organization frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts; Adapt to quickly changing tasks and requirements and learn new skills quickly.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Broad experience with fighter aircraft flight test methods, aircraft maintenance, avionics maintenance and flight test instrumentation.

• Experience in USAF maintenance activities and procedures, and T-2 modification processes.

• Must have an active/current Secret clearance.

   

• Swing shift, odd shifts, overtime, travel and weekend work may be required as needed.

• F-16 experience is highly preferred / F-22 & F35 experience desired.

• Broad knowledge of fighter aircraft flight test methods, aircraft maintenance, avionics maintenance and flight test instrumentation.

• Exceptional planning and coordinating skills are required.

• Ability to interface with all levels of project management is desired.

• The applicant must have a strong customer focus, reinforced with excellent communication skills and interpersonal skill.

• Above average oral and written communication skills are desired.

• Must be a US Citizen.

• This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

• Education/Experience: BS + 4-8 years, MS + 2-6 years.

• Secret clearance required for program. 5 year investigation required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Why Choose LAUNCH?

A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.

LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.

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