Flight Test Engineer – Next Gen Testbed, B737-800

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. Translate test project technical requirements into executable flight tests .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeOntario • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $118,300 - $224,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in flight test planning and execution, particularly in classified environments, while effectively coordinating with engineering and aircrew to achieve advanced mission system outcomes. Holds a strong aviation background with relevant flight test experience and necessary security clearances.

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Flight Test PlanningTest Conductor ExperienceClassified Program ExperienceU.S. Government Security ClearanceAviation Background

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Hard Skills

Flight Test PlansSafety PlansFlight Test CardsMission Systems TestingAircraft Flight OperationsAviation TerminologyRadio ProceduresRadar SystemsEOIR SystemsELINT Systems

Tools & Technologies

Boeing 737-800Test Control Room

Certifications & Qualifications

Private Pilot LicenseCommercial Pilot LicenseDoD Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Flight TestSpecial Access ProgramTest ConductorMission DirectorTechnical Interchange Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Translate test project technical requirements into executable flight tests
Create flight test plans, safety plans, and flight test cards
Coordinate and schedule test activities with major test ranges, air and ground targets, and other key test resources
Direct test missions onboard test aircraft as a Test Conductor or Mission Director
Perform work in classified and Special Access Program (SAP) environments
Travel up to 10% to support flight test deployments or technical interchange meetings
Lead flight test planning and execution for the Next Gen Testbed, a highly modified Boeing 737-800
Work closely with engineering, aircrew, and range partners to deliver test outcomes for advanced mission systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree or equivalent experience with 8 years prior relevant experience
Experience working in a flight test mission control room
Experience working classified and Special Access Program (SAP) programs
Active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance required prior to start date
U.S. citizenship required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Ability to obtain an interim U.S. government-issued security clearance required prior to start date
DoD Secret clearance
Experience as a Flight Test Conductor or Test Director preferred
Strong aviation background, including private or commercial pilot’s license preferred
Familiarity with aircraft flight operations, aviation terminology, and radio procedures preferred
Mission systems test experience preferred, including Radar, EOIR, EW, ELINT, hybrid communications, or developmental systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available