RNP/RNAV Flight Test Engineer

Engineering support to Mission Systems Navigation test and evaluation activities including support for flight and lab test planning, coordination, execution, analysis, and reporting activities.

Assess system development and integration for impact on test planning and test objectives.

Prepare flight cards.

Attend flight briefs/debriefs.

Identify and document deficiencies.

Support flight test plan and test report preparation.

Required Experience

Experience with aircraft navigation systems performance design and/or evaluation - particularly RNP/RNAV.

• Experience with navigation system certification, including FAA compliance verification.

Desired Experience

Experience with U.S. Navy navigation system cert/re-cert processes.

Working knowledge of the theory and methods of aircraft testing including Capabilities Based and Mission Based Test Design methodology.

Broad scientific technical knowledge of the theory and methods of weapon system acquisition and support requirements including complex problem solving and reduction and analysis of test data.

Solid understanding of principles and practices of systems engineering including general knowledge of electronics and human/machine interface engineering.

Strong writing and oral presentation skills are highly desired.

In depth knowledge of T&E engineering principles and processes to modify or extend current theories or test practices and/or procedures is also desired.

Position Requirements

• Degree: BSEE preferred. Specific relevant experience may be considered in lieu of meeting the degree requirement.
• Years of Experience: Senior position. 5+ years of experience required.

Salary Range: 80K-150K and will commensurate with experience.

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Level of Clearance Required: Secret Eligible

Amount of Travel: Occasional

About the Organization: J.F. Taylor, Inc. was founded as an engineering firm in 1983 by John F. Taylor, a retired Naval Aviation Officer and engineer. With over 500 employees and $200 million in annual revenues, we have continually leveraged our engineering foundation in systems engineering, software development, and the design and production of high fidelity training devices. Our capabilities include the design, manufacture and fabrication of single prototypes and the high-volume production of aircraft and maritime kits and components.

Competitive salaries and benefits are critical to attracting and retaining excellent employees. We recognize that happy employees lead to continuity, experience, and quality work.

Our benefits package for all permanent, full-time employees includes:

• Four Weeks of Paid Leave
• Ten Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance, including Medical, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
• Company HSA/HRA Contributions
• Dental Insurance
• Term Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• IRS Section 125 Flexible Benefits Plan
• Supplemental Health Coverage Plans
• Supplemental Disability and Life Insurance Plans
• Tuition Assistance
• Reduced Rates for Corporate Fitness Membership

Req Number: ENG-24-00008

EOE Statement: J.F. Taylor is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

This position is currently accepting applications.