Operational Flight Test Engineer

Company: Frontier Technology Inc.
Location: Yuma
Posted on: February 3, 2020

Job Description:

OVERVIEW

Frontier Technology, Inc. is seeking a full-time UAS Operational Test Engineer/Analyst to join our team of qualified, talented, and diverse individuals in Yuma, AZ.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* This position is responsible for providing UAS System Engineering expertise in support of testing and evaluations for the Department of the Navy s Commander, Operational Test and Evaluation Force.

* The candidate will provide operational test subject matter expertise and guidance while functioning as an expert in support of US Government test activities.

* Ensure visibility, traceability and control of testing procedures

* Work with the Operational Test Director (OTD) to ensure the developed test plan and ensuing reports meet all COMOPTEVFOR, DOT&E and Joint testing requirements across all USMC Type/Model/Series aircraft

* Provide support for:

* Program documentation Additional documentation as required

* Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) updates

* Operational Test (OT) and Integrated Test (IT) Plans and Reports

* Verification Correction of Deficiencies (VCD) related documentation

* Ensure coordination of inputs to execute a safe, and operationally realistic test event(s)

* Ensure the timely delivery of documents in preparation of and after test events

* Bring knowledge of the IEF and Mission Based Test Design in creating an operationally realistic test plan, as well as concepts of Integrated DT/OT testing, Multi-service T&E and Joint T&E

* Support the OTD in preparations for and execution of Operational Test Readiness Reviews for the various stages of testing

* Assist the OTD in test design, execution and reporting

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

* Minimum of 6 years of experience in planning and organizing work tasks, developing test plans, collecting data, and performing reconstruction and analysis for the test and evaluation or tactical operations related efforts

* Minimum of 3 years of experience with DoD/DoN instructions and policies with respect to Test and Evaluation, including ORD/CDD/CPD, TEMP and Test Plan development and approval, Operational Assessment management, and IOT&E/OT&E/FOT&E management

* Broad base of knowledge and understanding of historical test techniques and procedures used within DoD

* Bachelor s Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or related fieldPrefer a working knowledge of Department of Defense mission, activities

* Must be a U.S. Citizen with a current DOD government Secret security clearance

* Prefer a working knowledge of Department of Defense mission, activities and terms

* Working knowledge of the DoD 5000 series, OPNAVINST 5000.42 series, as well as SECNAVINST 5000 series instructions

* Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with members of a diverse military and civilian team

* Oral and written communications skills required

* Highly proficient in desktop computer applications e.g. Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPointand terms.

FTI is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, protected Veteran status or any other factor protected by law.

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