Aircrew Test Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

• Training Device Development & Integration:
• Develop and design aircrew training systems to simulate flight operations, mission profiles, and platform-specific functionality.
• Integrate training and testing systems with advanced avionics, mission software, sensors, and communications subsystems.
• Test Systems Design & Execution:
• Plan and execute detailed test procedures to validate aircrew training device performance and alignment with operational requirements.
• Conduct functional and systems integration testing for device interoperability with real-world air platform subsystems.
• Use simulation tools and data analysis software to assess system performance during testing.
• Requirements Analysis & Validation:
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and functional capabilities of aircrew test and training devices.
• Ensure alignment with aerospace and DoD standards for both training systems and integrated technologies.
• System Performance Evaluation:
• Use advanced metrics and tools to measure system accuracy, responsiveness, and usability in simulated training environments.
• Identify and troubleshoot system deficiencies, coordinating solutions with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Documentation & Reporting:
• Develop comprehensive technical documentation such as test plans, performance summaries, and system validation reports.
• Communicate testing results and recommendations to program managers, engineering leads, and customers.
• Compliance & Standards:
• Ensure all test and training systems comply with MIL-STD specifications, RMF (Risk Management Framework), and cybersecurity requirements.
• Support certification and field deployment of aircrew training systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in systems engineering, aircrew training devices, or test system development for aerospace programs.
• Proficiency in developing test plans, test cases, and systems documentation for complex technical systems.
• Experience working with simulation environments and tools for flight training devices (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, or similar platforms).
• Strong knowledge of advanced air platform systems, including avionics, sensors, propulsion, and tactical communications.
• Must possess an active Top Secret clearance with eligibility for SCI.

• 12+ years of experience in systems engineering, aircrew training devices, or test system development for aerospace programs.
• Certifications that validate expertise in systems engineering and training device development:
• INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP): Demonstrates proficiency in systems engineering practices.
• PMP (Project Management Professional): For candidates involved in managing technical program timelines.
• Certified Modeling & Simulation Professional (CMSP): Applicable for developing simulation-based training systems.
• CompTIA Security+ or CISSP: For managing secure training systems in compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Certified Test & Evaluation Professional (CTEP): Recognized expertise in evaluating systems performance.
• Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) Certification: Applicable for advanced training systems integrating spatial data.
• Familiarity with aircrew training methodologies and mission planning tools such as JMPS (Joint Mission Planning System).
• Knowledge of sensor fusion technologies and their application in aircrew operations training.
• Experience developing interactive training modules for aircrew simulations, including VR and AR technologies.
• Working knowledge of DoD standards, including MIL-STD-810 (environmental testing) and MIL-HDBK-516C (airworthiness certification).