Flight Test Engineer

Pay: 60-70/hr

Location: Newton, KS

Assignment Type: Contract

Work Schedule: Flexible schedule required. Testing activities may require early morning starts and extended hours based on flight operations.

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits available.

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with an innovative aerospace organization developing advanced aircraft technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to support high-visibility flight test programs while working alongside engineering, flight operations, and test teams in a dynamic environment.

Job Description

We are seeking a Flight Test Engineer to support aircraft testing efforts focused on environmental control systems and overall aircraft performance. This role will be responsible for coordinating test activities, monitoring aircraft systems during flight operations, analyzing performance data, and delivering detailed engineering reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in flight test planning, preparation, execution, and post-test analysis activities
• Monitor aircraft systems during flight operations and communicate with flight and engineering teams
• Analyze flight data and system performance to identify trends and anomalies
• Review engineering schematics, technical drawings, and documentation
• Prepare post-flight reports and communicate findings to stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline
• Experience supporting flight test programs or aircraft systems within ECS and IADS
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Perks

• Competitive compensation
• Hands-on flight test experience

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.