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Flight Test Engineer JOB LOCATION: Huntsville, AL STATUS: Full Time CLEARANCE: Ability to Obtain Secret Astrion is seeking an intermediate level Flight Test Engineer to support Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Director of Test (DT) Flight Test Directorate (DTF). At Astrion, we are at the forefront of new missile defense technologies and support MDA's rigorous operational and developmental testing. This exciting, rewarding work helps guarantee the security of the United States and our Allies. Join a professional team of highly qualified engineers, analysts, scientists, and technicians supporting the research, development, testing, and evaluation of the missile defense system whose purpose is to detect, track, engage, and destroy adversary missiles. Your typical day - Our MDA engineers work in modern, well-appointed government facilities on Redstone Arsenal located in Huntsville, Alabama. Huntsville, known as Rocket City, USA is the hub of missile and space operations, research and development. You will collaborate with other missile defense experts - military, government civilians, and contractors from Astrion and other companies. Our team of experts helps the Government manage planning, development, analysis and delivery of state-of-the art sensors, weapons, communications, and command/control systems. You will be part of the team that conducts successful intercepts of target missiles by one of our Missile Defense System (MDS) weapon systems.
Job Responsibility:
Support execution and management of on-console and classroom training schedules for all personnel across MDA and its partners
Identify, generate, and manage schedules, course requirements, and resource allocation to ensure operational readiness
Develop and implement standardized plans, processes, and checklists to enhance program efficiency
Manage essential documentation to support mission execution and post-test activities
Provide leadership with clear reports and tools to assess the certification and readiness status of the Mission Execution Team
Ensure all personnel and resources are aligned and prepared for assigned flight test missions
Provide on-site support at deployed locations, acting as a key coordinator for Test Directors and Chief Evaluators
Develop and implement robust evaluation strategies to measure the effectiveness of training programs
Analyze feedback and performance data to continuously improve training
Requirements:
Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering field
7 years of recent relevant experience
Eligibility to obtain and maintain at least a Secret security clearance
Knowledge of Missile Defense System components and system-level topics
Experience working in a fast paced, professional environment with the ability to adjust/react to short notice requirements
Capable of working as a team member to solve engineering problems to solve test planning, integration, execution, and analysis problems
Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time
Proficient with the MS Office suite of tools
Nice to have:
In depth knowledge of the Missile Defense System (MDS) capability
In depth knowledge of MDA test planning, processes and execution
Experience in developing standardized plans, processes, and checklists
Self-motivated
possess strong oral and written communication skills, and have the ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment
Proficient with Windows-based PC software (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Teams)
What we offer:
Competitive salaries
Continuing education assistance
Professional development
Multiple healthcare benefits package options
401K with employer matching
Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule