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Senior Flight Test Engineer, Space Systems
Costa Mesa, California, United States
full-timeseniordefense
Description
You will lead developmental testing of subsonic to hypersonic systems, collaborating with program leadership and cross-functional teams to plan, execute, and report on test programs. Your work directly impacts cutting-edge defense technologies in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline
- 7-10+ years experience as program lead or test director for rocket-launched or developmental weapon systems
- Extensive experience in SRM flight testing, guided SRM missile development, and MRTFB operations
- Expertise in developing Flight Safety Systems compliant with MRTFB, RCC, and FAA standards
- Knowledge of military standards such as MIL-STD-8591, MIL-STD-2088, MIL-STD-1553
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with program management on rocket-launched systems proposals and test strategies
- Lead team to plan and execute full system-level test and evaluation of hardware and software
- Serve as lead test engineer for R&D rocket-launched systems including development and certification testing
- Engage with civil and government agencies for operational authorizations
- Conduct ground and flight testing at private and government test ranges
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