Flight Test Operator II

Worker Type Regular Job  Description Summary The  Flight Test Operator II is responsible for performing functional flight tests of Aero Vironment's Unmanned Air Vehicles and equipment for quality assurance purposes. Flight tests are performed in the field utilizing various computerized test equipment. Conditions and testing locations may vary and require frequent local travel with some longer distance interstate travel.

Position Responsibilities Primary point of contact between the customer and the company during acceptance testing

Performs tests on AV Products including quality testing and customer acceptance tests.

Support other department product testing as needed.

Prepares test plans and detailed post flight test reports and provides pertinent feedback on observed aircraft performance for internal and external customers

Required to follow and ensure all safety protocol is adhered to. Must report all safety issues.

May be required to write new safety procedures as needed with EH&SProvides support to Flight Team members. May be asked to provide feedback on performance of peers

Provides pertinent feedback to various department personnel on observed aircraft performance. Able to provide insight on possible cause and affect

May perform Site Lead responsibilities including responsibility for pre and post flight equipment checklists, managing flight test operations and personnel in the field, and reporting on activities

Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature;
Capable or working within well-defined requirements with some supervision

Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
High School diploma or GED equivalent is required

Minimum of 1 - 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Experience working at an Aircraft Manufacturing company

Able to articulate and document product issues and offer insight to solutions. May be required to rewrite test procedures in the field

Ability to articulate and document product issues

Ability to operate a minimum of two UAV systems

Must be able to pass the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate examination and follow on examinations as required

Must be able to maintain visual line of sight of UAV up to 1 kilometer away

Will be required to pass a semiannual proficiency examination and pass the semiannual unannounced written and field test examinations

Proficient with computerized work applications (including MS Word and automated time keeping)
Minimum of 1,000 UAV flight hours

Must have and maintain a clean DMV record in order to drive company vehicles

Travel to various testing sights as required

Due to scheduling demands, must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies AA/AS Degree or Certificate from a technical trade school in Electronics or related is preferred

Prior Military experience desired

Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties

Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

Good written and verbal communication skills and able to clearly communicate with a diversified audience to include internal and external customers

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and lead teams

Physical Demands Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions and traverse across uneven ground and varying terrain (Constant)
Lift and/or move up to 50 lb cases of varying sizes & shapes (Occasional)
Lift and/or move between 11-20 lbs of cases of varying sizes & shapes (Frequent) repeatedly throw objects up to 16 lbs over the shoulder, stand and/or sit for long periods of time Stand and/or sit for long periods of time (Constant)
Balancing, handling, fine manipulation and grasping (Constant)
Good manual dexterity to assemble and disassemble product (Frequent)
Crouching, reaching and keying (Frequent)
Climbing, stooping, kneeling, feeling, overhead lifting (Occasional)
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