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Textron Flight Test Engineer in Wichita, Kansas
Flight Test Engineer
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Flight Test Engineer will be involved in performance, flying qualities, and systems flight testing of Textron Aviation jet and propeller aircraft. Testing includes the development and certification of existing and new types of aircraft. Some travel will be required.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Research U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements, develop test procedures, write flight test plans, analyze flight data, and write test reports
Work with various groups within Product Engineering to develop systems flight test procedures and pass/fail criteria
Conduct performance, flying qualities and systems flight testing by working with flight crews via telemetry station and on-board during flight tests
Participate in the development and improvement of flight test processes and tools
Support development and certification activities as a subject matter expert (SME)
Qualifications
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required in Aerospace Engineering, Avionics Engineering, or relative field
Current ODA UM or FAA DER (flight analyst), and or military experience preferred
Minimum 2 years of flight test experience working on FAA part 23 or 25 projects, including knowledge of aircraft development and certification process/techniques required
QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Computer skills: Proficient with MS Office. Visual Basic is a plus
Some flight test engineering experience preferred
Some knowledge of aircraft development and certification processes and techniques preferred
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.
Kansas Tax Credit:
Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Job Posting: 05/22/2024, 12:23:59 PM
Job Number: 323685