Aerospace Engineer (Senior)JRAD is seeking candidates for an upcoming Aerospace Engineer (Senior) position supporting the U.S. Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center (AFOTEC), Detachment 6 (DET 6) – Fighter Test Services (FTS). This position is located at Nellis AFB, NV.The Aerospace Engineer (Senior) provides advanced engineering expertise in support of operational test and evaluation (OT&E) of fighter aircraft systems under the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center (AFOTEC) Detachment 6 Fighter Test Services contract.Applies comprehensive knowledge of aeronautical engineering principles, aircraft systems, and flight sciences to evaluate system performance, integration, and mission effectiveness in operational environments.
Supports analysis of air vehicle performance, avionics, weapons integration, and mission systems across live flight testing, distributed test environments, and the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE).Serves as a senior technical authority contributing to test planning, execution, analysis, and reporting, ensuring engineering rigor and operational relevance in support of AFOTEC evaluation objectives.Roles/Responsibilities:Apply advanced aerospace engineering principles to assess aircraft performance, system integration, and mission effectiveness under operational conditionsSupport development and execution of operational test plans, including definition of test objectives, scenarios, and evaluation criteriaAnalyze flight test data, telemetry, and system outputs to evaluate aircraft performance, reliability, and suitabilityEvaluate integration and performance of aircraft subsystems, including avionics, propulsion, weapons systems, sensors, and communications systemsSupport modeling and simulation (M&S) activities, including validation and correlation of simulation results with flight test dataConduct engineering analyses, trade studies, and performance assessments to inform system evaluation and decision-makingIdentify technical risks, anomalies, and performance issues, and provide recommendations for mitigation or further investigationCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including operations research analysts, test engineers, intelligence analysts, and program management personnelSupport mission planning and execution for operational test events, including pre-mission preparation and post-mission analysisDevelop and review technical documentation, including test reports, engineering assessments, and evaluation summariesProvide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and journeyman engineersEnsure compliance with applicable engineering standards, safety requirements, and security protocolsRequired Skills and Education:Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline10 or more years of relevant professional experience in aerospace engineering, flight test, aircraft systems analysis, or related technical fieldsExperience supporting operational test and evaluation (OT&E) activities within AFOTEC or similar test organizationsFamiliarity with fighter aircraft systems (e.g., F-35, F-16, F-15) and air combat operationsExperience with Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) or other modeling and simulation environmentsExperience with aircraft mission systems, weapons integration, or sensor systemsFlight test experience or familiarity with flight test processes and instrumentationFamiliarity with the following tools and technologies: engineering analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, or equivalent); data analysis tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB); modeling and simulation environments and tools; data visualization and reporting toolsDemonstrated experience applying aerospace engineering principles to aircraft systems, performance analysis, or flight test activitiesExperience supporting test and evaluation (T&E), systems engineering, or aircraft integration effortsExperience analyzing flight test data and assessing system performance in operational environmentsExperience working with multidisciplinary teams supporting complex technical programsExperience conducting engineering analyses, trade studies, and technical assessmentsSecurity Clearance:Top Secret RequiredSCI PreferredWhen you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife & Accidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceSection 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day careDisability Insurance401K PlanTuition ReimbursementJRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
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