F-35 Flight Test Engineer, Test Conductor/Test Director - Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.

Own Your Future. Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking an F-35 Flight Test Engineer, Test Conductor / Test Director to join our growing team at Edwards AFB in Lancaster, CA.

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?Interesting Work : Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.

Values : Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.

100% Employee Ownership : we have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company;

we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year. Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for : Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO / year + 10 holidays / yearFlexible schedules6% 401k match with immediate vestingSemi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement accountUp to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursementOther company funded benefits, like life and disability insuranceOptional zero deductible Blue Cross / Blue Shield health insurance planTrack Record of Success : We have grown every year since our founding in 1993Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.

MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance.

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com.Responsibilities : This role will provide direct support the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program.

This individual will possess the ability to understand air vehicle system architecture, design and subsystems integration and mission systems avionics.

This individual will understand and track system operation limitations and ensure test execution is accomplished within the constraints of vehicle system limitations.

The selected candidate will have 4-10 years direct hands on experience (salary will be competitive, based on experience) in the following phases of test planning preparation, execution and reporting :

• Perform mechanical / electrical review of aircraft systems, sub-systems, and components to ensure proper test plans and data collection in flight test
• Experience in flight test of avionics systems, weapons, live fires, and sensor testing
• Monitor performance parameters of experimental and operational systems during flights
• Participate in development of the overall plans such as the TEMP, Test Points, test cards, etc.
• Provide integrated engineering support for design reviews, test planning working groups, test card prep, execution, and post flight reports
• Participates in and supports test program for design reviews, schedule meeting, liaison with test ranges, etc.
• Generate post flight mission reports and other detailed formal reportsQualifications : Experience :
• Minimum of 4 years of direct hands on experience in all phases of planning, executing and managing flight tests
• Successful candidate will have a reputation of being a team player and possess a passion for flight test
• Possess maturity and professionalism to lead the execution of a flight test missions, briefings and oversee team of discipline engineers in Mission Control Room
• Position requires willingness to accept changing and evolving roles & responsibilities in support of customers’ requirements and need
• Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently Desired :
• Previous experience with Air to Air and Air to Ground weapons
• Previous experience in flight testing fighter or bomber aircraft
• Operational experience with fighter aircraft is highly desired
• Test Pilot Graduate a plus
• Private Pilot license is a plus
• Previous experience as aircrew member (Pilot, EWO, NAV, etc.) desired
• Previous experience in Mission Systems and / or Aero Performance / Flight Envelope Expansion and Vehicle Subsystems performance is a plus
• Experience in Electronic Warfare and RF / IR CM desired Education Requirements : Bachelor’s degree in technical field or equivalent with number of years of experience determining level of position filled.
• Clearance Requirements : Active Secret Clearance required. Top Secret Clearance desired. US Citizenship required The pay range for this position in California is $110,000 / year to $150,000 / year;

however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors.

MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site. #LI-RR1#MTSIjobs#mtsi#LI-Onsite