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Battelle · 3 weeks ago

Flight Test Engineer

Columbus, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Battelle delivers critical services through research and development, and they are seeking a Flight Test Engineer to support their Cyber business area. This role involves providing technical expertise and testing support to government customers, ensuring systems meet safety and operational requirements.

Biotechnology

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Develop and refine flight test plans and procedures to validate system requirements and operational objectives

Coordinate with engineering and vendor teams to ensure readiness of test articles, instrumentation, and support equipment

Set up, operate, and troubleshoot flight test instrumentation and telemetry systems for accurate data collection

Conduct pre-flight briefings and safety checks to ensure compliance with all security and safety protocols

Execute flight test activities in accordance with approved test plans, including real-time monitoring and data acquisition

Monitor system performance during flight tests and identify anomalies or deviations from expected results

Collect, analyze, and interpret flight test data to assess technical maturity, operational readiness, and integration feasibility

Document test results, prepare post-test analysis reports, and present findings to stakeholders for decision-making

Support post-test debriefs and technical reviews to recommend system improvements or further evaluation

Ensure all test activities comply with regulatory, safety, and security requirements

Qualification

ModelingSimulationVulnerability analysisEmbedded systemsModel-based systems engineeringProgramming in MATLABProgramming in PythonProgramming in C++Technical communicationProblem-solving skillsTeamwork skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field with 5+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Strong background in modeling and simulation of complex systems

Experience in vulnerability analysis and system decomposition

Proven ability to lead technical discussions and communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and teamwork skills

Preferred

Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) methodologies

Familiarity with SysML diagramming tools (e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler, IBM Rhapsody)

Experience with DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) and/or Unified Architectural Framework (UAF)

Experience with embedded systems, microelectronics, FPGA, or circuit card design

Programming experience in MATLAB, Python, C++, or other object-oriented languages

Experience supporting DoD programs

Active Top-Secret Clearance

Benefits

Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.

Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.

Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.

Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.

Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.