Chief Technician, Test Data & Instrumentation: lead installation, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation systems, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior technicians.
Requirements
- Lead the installation, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation, data acquisition, and telemetry systems on test articles and flight test aircraft
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Design Engineering, Flight Test Engineering, and Quality, to define instrumentation requirements for aircraft materials, structures, systems, and flight vehicles
- Manage sensor installations, cable routing, and interface development for strain gauges, accelerometers, thermocouples, pressure transducers, and other sensors
- Configure, troubleshoot, and lead resolution efforts for instrumentation and data acquisition issues to ensure test objectives are met
- Execute acceptance test procedures and ensure system readiness for each test program
- Maintain calibration records and ensure parameter validity across all instrumentation assets
- Maintain configuration control and documentation in accordance with company standards
- Execute test procedures, collect data, and assist in root cause analysis of system anomalies
- Support real-time and post-flight data visualization and analysis
- Fly aboard experimental aircraft to support developmental and certification flight tests as needed
- Support offsite operations and flexible scheduling (including nights, weekends, and holidays) when required
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians
- Maintain lab cleanliness, organization, and inventory of tools, fixtures, and consumables
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to test efficiency, safety, and data quality
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) opportunities
- Paid short-term disability
- Voluntary long-term disability and additional term life
- 15 paid days off
- 15 paid holidays
- Paid sick leave
