Senior Flight Test Engineer

Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Flight Test Engineer providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/ISR SOF (AFLCMC/HB). The Air Force Program Execution Office for Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations (PEO ISR SOF)  has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the ISR SOF portfolio, which includes over 200 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO ISR SOF is headquartered at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, OH with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS.  This position supports the FMS Division (AWACS (E3))  supporting the Japan Self Defense Air Force, as part of the International Airborne Battle Management Command and Control (FMS) Division; AFLMC(WIW).  The WIW Division located at Tinker AFB (OK), and Hanscom AFB (MA), with dispersed support at Eglin AFB, Seattle WA, San Antonio TX and several OCONUS positions.

This is a full-time Hybrid role at Hanscom AFB, MA.

As a Senior Flight Test Engineer your duties include, but are not limited to the following:

- Candidate will fully understand and have experience in the end-to-end test process used to support acquisition, fielding, and employment decisions.
- Assists prime contractor with designing, planning, coordinating, executing, and reporting on high-priority tests for the Japan E-3 aircraft and associated ground and training systems. Coordinates preparation and execution of Contractor and Government Test & Evaluation plans and procedures according to established test methodologies.
- Works with prime contractor and multi-discipline team to develop test plans and staffs paperwork through the approval process to include safety and technical reviews.
- Coordinates with multiple test organizations via test planning meetings, technical interchange meetings, and system design reviews, to plan and execute test missions involving the E3 platform and software integration labs.
- Provides test planning support to determine test objectives, measures of effectiveness, and measures of performance.
- Develops test scenarios to define maneuvers and conditions for which data is to be obtained in order to meet test objectives in a safe manner.
- Provides support to develop and review test run cards, participates in test readiness reviews, and conducts real-time quick-look evaluation of test results.
- Analyzes, identifies, and evaluates issues and coordinates recommendations to resolve substantive and critical problems and issues.
- Supports integrated flight testing such as system integration, aircraft software and hardware upgrades.
- Provides engineering analysis-related activities such as long range planning and documentation preparation, technical project planning, presentation preparation and delivery, and general project engineering support.
- Provides Test Engineer expertise to the program office, AFOTEC, the 96TW and 96OG, other AF and joint agencies, and coalition and allied nation military organizations for command, control and information communication systems developments.
- Typically works on high-visibility or mission critical aspects of a given program and performs all functional duties independently.
- May oversee the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.
- Occasional travel, including international travel, will be required.

Required Qualifications:

- U.S. Citizenship.
- Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed with at least 5 years supporting the DoW OR
- 15 years of experience, including 8 years supporting DoW programs.
- Must have and be able to maintain a Secret clearance.

Technical Skills

- Extensive experience supporting the full Test & Evaluation (T&E) lifecycle, from test planning and design through execution, analysis, reporting, and acquisition decision support.
- Expertise in flight test engineering, including development of test objectives, measures of effectiveness (MOEs), measures of performance (MOPs), test scenarios, and mission execution plans.
- Proficient in planning and coordinating contractor and government developmental and operational test activities for complex aircraft, mission systems, and supporting ground-based systems.
- Strong background in integrated aircraft testing, including software and hardware upgrades, system integration, verification, validation, and performance evaluation.
- Experience developing and reviewing test plans, procedures, run cards, safety documentation, technical reviews, and test readiness review artifacts.
- Skilled in test data analysis, real-time assessment of test results, issue identification, root cause analysis, and recommendation of corrective actions.
- Knowledge of Air Force and DoD test organizations, acquisition processes, and collaboration with stakeholders including AFOTEC, 96th Test Wing, program offices, contractors, and coalition partners.

Interpersonal Skills:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical findings, brief senior leaders, and facilitate test planning discussions.
- Strong collaborator who excels at working with cross-functional engineering teams, operational users, government organizations, industry partners, and international stakeholders.
- Self-motivated and proactive professional capable of independently managing high-visibility, mission-critical projects and test activities.
- Demonstrated leadership through influence, fostering alignment among diverse stakeholders while navigating complex technical and programmatic challenges.
- Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking skills with the ability to evaluate risks, resolve test issues, and support informed decision-making.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of coordinating multiple concurrent test efforts while maintaining schedule, safety, and mission objectives.
- Adaptable and mission-focused team player with strong situational awareness, professionalism, and the ability to thrive in dynamic flight test and operational environments.

Schedule:  Hybrid

Work Location: Hanscom AFB

Travel: 20% (OK, Japan, San Antonio)

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: Yes

Salary Range $120,000-$130,000

The salary range information is a general guideline only.  Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

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Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

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