Lead Flight Test Manager

This position is for a Lead Test Manager for an aerospace client in the Palmdale, CA area. This onsite contract role has a pay range of $50.00/hr - $75.00/hr
, based on experience, education, and location. USC only; active DoD clearance required. Responsible for the readiness, setup, and execution of military F-110 Development Engine Tests.

• Coordinate engineering requirements; partner with Evaluation and Systems engineering; contribute to the design and implementation of new test systems; upgrade existing ones; lead the test operations team to execute test campaigns.
• Utilize experience to solve problems, develop objectives, and impact short-term and some long-term business goals.
• Improve existing products and components; plan and execute within standard functional practices and procedures; operate with some autonomy while receiving limited guidance from senior-level personnel.

• Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university or college.
• 4+ years direct hands-on experience.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Knowledge of fulfillment, assembly, instrumentation, and test disciplines.
• Familiarity with the TSE Department Sections and Sub-Sections.
• Engine and Rig test experience.
• Experience with finance and scheduling tools, Open Plan, Clarity, Spotfire.
• Established project management skills and ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
• Experience working with DoD customers and processes.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance;
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers;
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.