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Flight Test Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
401(k)
United States, Florida, Crestview
Sep 10, 2025
The successful applicant will provide Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) flight test engineering for ground and flight test efforts for US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) fixed wing aircraft and programs. Responsibilities: Provide flight test engineering expertise for USSOCOM fixed wing aircraft and weapon system development. Act as a Test Conductor for ground and flight test missions Lead and participate in flight test event planning, test execution, data management, data collection and data distribution Develop and review test objectives, plans, flight test cards, and other required documentation Coordinate and provide requirements for test venues, test assets and participants across the DOD Coordinate analysis activities with data analysts Apply technical expertise to assess test range, weapon system, or technology project readiness for testing and advise senior government personnel on test readiness Prepare mission execution schedules, logistics coordination, and track status and risk Interface with other government and range organizations and development contractors Assist in directing test operation efforts across test and operations communities to meet programmatic timelines and overcome resource and schedule challenges, as needed Facilitate the safety and aircraft modification coordination process Aid in operations and maintenance support planning with contract maintenance teams Required Qualifications:* Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or science 3+ years in test and evaluation, aerospace duties, and/or related technical work Ability to obtain and maintain a FAA Class 3 flight physical Excellent written and oral communication skills Experience/knowledge of avionics/mission systems, munitions systems, and/or comm/radar systems Working knowledge of Air Force T&E policies Proficiency with Microsoft Office products Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently Active Secret Clearance, TS Eligible Desired Qualifications:* Prior aircrew experience as WSO, CSO, EWO, or Pilot, preferably on AFSOC platform(s) Experience serving as a Flight Test Conductor and performing on-aircraft operations Experience working with or within the 96 Test Wing at Eglin AFB, FL Active Top-Secret clearance Test Pilot School Graduate Master of Science degree in engineering 5+ years in test and evaluation, aerospace duties, and related technical work Experience preparing flight test documents, Test Plans, Methods of Test, and Flight Test Cards Experience in flight operations, test operations, SOF, Air Dominance, Strike, or ISR Experience preparing flight test documents Instrumentation, data management, and data analysis experience Experience as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) #LI-DB1 Interesting Work:* Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security. Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry. 100% Employee Owned: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year. Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for: Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year Flexible schedules 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December) Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993. Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide. For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.