Principal Flight Test Engineer - CH-47F Platform Systems (Onsite)

Location: US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-382 ~ 420 Jan Davis Dr ~ DAVIS 382

 Position Role Type: Onsite

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

 Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

 Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Are you ready to shape the future of aerospace with cutting-edge technology? Join our Rotary Wing Platform Systems Team at Collins Aerospace! Here, you will play a crucial role in developing and flight-testing avionics for US Army CH-47F programs. This dynamic position offers the flexibility to push the boundaries of technology, enhancing the capabilities of the CH-47F Chinook aircraft platforms. This role requires a highly motivated person to participate in ground and flight test activities. The flight test engineer needs to be a self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as a member of the broader development and flight test team. They will be required to work closely with the customer and certifying agencies to establish and conduct flight test programs in the pursuit of airworthiness releases.  This position is onsite in Huntsville, AL.

You will perform Platform Systems Engineering (PSE) activities and act as the Flight Test Engineer for the CH-47Fprogram performing ground and flight test activities. You will travel to conduct flight tests for the CH-47F customer for different Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) updates.  You will be formulating test requirements, preparing and coordinating test plans. You will be preparing flight schedules, test procedures and associated test cards. Tools used are DOORS, JIRA, PREP, Microsoft, SVN and others. You will participate onboard aircraft (both on the ground and in flight) contributing to the overall test execution, aircraft troubleshooting, onboard data collection, post flight data analysis, documenting all aspects of test events, issue investigation and resolution, writing test reports, and documenting test results. You will design system solutions in a 'clean sheet' environment, ensuring the integration of Collins Aerospace products into complex upgrade programs.  You will navigate through the bids & pursuits processes for flight test efforts.

You will deepen your understanding of aircraft systems engineering, gaining insights into advanced integration and development processes.  You will enhance your leadership skills, directing critical test operations and influencing major project outcomes.  You will expand your professional network, working alongside industry experts and customer.  You will have the unique opportunity to build customer relationships with the US Army CH-47F customer.

You Must Have:  Ability to obtain a US Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance. Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering