About this opportunity
DZYNE Technologies LLC. lists this Senior Flight Test Engineer opportunity in irvine, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Autonomous Defense for the World’s Most Critical Missions
THE FUTURE OF AUTONOMOUS DEFENSE STARTS HERE
DZYNE is comprised of the top minds in the field, proven in their ability to not only conceive of groundbreaking designs, but also to deliver functioning systems with precision, agility and innovation at every turn. Our expertise lies in aerodynamics, structural design, systems engineering, flight test, artificial intelligence, and software development. We are the future of autonomous defense ecosystems.
From engineering and programming to operations, DZYNE Technologies is seeking talented individuals ready to take on meaningful challenges and help develop industry-defining technology. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture built on innovation, teamwork, integrity, and customer service.
DZYNE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. DZYNE complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms.
Location: Eglin, FL
Job Id: 1230
# of Openings: 1
About DZYNE
DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready.
We’re growing fast, and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you’ll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member’s success.
Position: Senior Flight Test Engineer
Work Arrangement: On-site
Position Description
DZYNE Technologies is building a highly skilled team that thrives in the design, development, test and manufacturing of intelligent, autonomous vehicles. The candidate will work in a vehicle development and manufacturing environment where projects are realized with the highest degree of commitment to quality and efficiency.
The successful candidate will be a highly organized self-starter who has direct, hands‑on experience planning and executing flight tests as well as leading flight test teams. The candidate must have solid technical abilities, able to quickly analyze technical difficulties, isolate problems to the component level, and promptly resolve the problem as necessary.
Required Duties and Responsibilities
Provide technical oversight and leadership in integrating flight test objectives, equipment, and test assets, skills/resources, and planning T&E budgets and schedules.
Interact with certification engineers to ensure all program’s operational certification standards are achieved and addressed.
Author test and safety plans for a variety of programs and customers
Assist in standardizing flight test planning products, and act as a mentor for new flight test engineers
Act as test director of test conductor for flight test events
Research, select, and source instrumentation components as part of a test system or unit under test
Develop and perform acceptance tests for a variety of products
Develop test cards for applicable events
Develop data management and analysis plans for testing and ensure the test data are collected, stored, processed, and analyzed to inform future testing and product development
Author test reports for daily events and final deliverables to internal and external customers
Follow specific tool control, FOD control, and safety guidelines and policies
Perform other duties as directed by supervision and management for the benefit of the company, program, or employee(s)
Required Skills/Qualifications
7+ years of relevant work related to flight test operations
Must have a strong technical background, ability to read and interpret engineering design artifacts, and customer requirements
Self-driven and interfaces well with teams of varied disciplines
Preferred Skills/Qualifications
Graduate of an internationally recognized test pilot school
Experience in US Armed Forces
Experience in aviation as a private pilot or remote pilot (Part 107)
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Physical Sciences
Clearance Level Required: Secret - Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance, as required for the role.
Travel: Up to 25%
Working Conditions: The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as general office environment or warehouse, to field testing environments. Work performed may be in a harsh climate. While performing the duties of this position, one may regularly be exposed to extreme and austere desert or other environments.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Ability to work in a standard office environment, using computer and other office equipment.
Capability to travel to field sites, including manufacturing facilities, test sites, or operational environments.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. occasionally for handling technical equipment or documentation.
Export Control / ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As a result, employment is contingent upon meeting applicable export control eligibility requirements and compliance obligations.
Work Authorization Requirement: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Due to the requirements of the government contract associated with this position, candidates must be U.S. citizens.
Salary: $120,000 – $160,000 annually
Salary depends on relevant work experience, education, training, essential skills, and/or other factors such as specialized or high-demand professions. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible for an annual bonus. The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of salary or annual bonus.
Benefits
DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401(k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting. DZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DZYNE Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
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Worksite address
irvine, CA, 92713, US
Who can apply
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