OST, Inc. · 13 hours ago
International Aviation Engineering, Testing & Validation Specialist
ORLANDO, FL 32826, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expOptimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence, specializing in Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research Development and Engineering services. The International Aviation Engineering, Testing & Validation Specialist is responsible for overseeing engineering, testing, validation, and airworthiness activities, ensuring quality and efficiency across aviation programs.
Information TechnologyManagement ConsultingService Industry
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The International Aviation Engineering Testing & Validation responsible for execution and oversight of all engineering, testing, validation, and airworthiness activities. The individual examines engineering and technical processes to identify, execute, and evaluate improvements that streamline workflows, eliminate rework, and enhance quality and efficiency across acquisition and non-acquisition programs
The Specialist provides cross-program technical integration across Product Directorate Leads (PdLs), enabling data sharing, standardization, and application of lessons learned. Responsibilities include ensuring timely execution of airworthiness releases for all live aviation programs; developing engineering specifications, test criteria, and design parameters; and leading test oversight, planning, and preparation activities
The role includes preparation, review, and approval of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs); development of requirements packages; coordination on acquisition actions; coordination of technical and cyber issues; development of Price and Availability (P&A) inputs; and support to acquisition strategy development. The specialist conducts technical assessments, supports acceptance and airworthiness execution, and provides overall quality control across aviation programs
The International Aviation Engineering, Testing & Validation specialist conducts and oversees Government Acceptance Testing (GAT) and On-Site Acceptance Testing (OSAT) for international Training Aids, Devices, Simulators, and Simulations (TADSS). The individual develops and applies performance metrics aligned with military standards; reviews test documentation, plans, procedures, and acceptance criteria; participates in site visits and readiness reviews; analyzes test results; and provides formal recommendations to ensure validation of system requirements and training effectiveness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems), Aviation Systems, or a related technical discipline
Minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering, aviation systems, testing, validation, or airworthiness support
Demonstrated experience with:
Aviation airworthiness release processes
Engineering test planning, execution, and validation
Government Acceptance Testing (GAT) and OSAT
Development of technical requirements packages and CDRLs
Coordination with acquisition organizations
International TADSS programs and military training systems
Demonstrated technical experience supporting one or more of the following:
Tactical Engagement Simulation Systems
Aviation TADSS sustainment and mission support
Training, sustainment, and simulators for pilots and maintainers
Aircraft platforms including UH-60, AH-64, CH-47, Huey II, H-47ER, AH-64E V6
Simulator operations, instructor/operator support, O&M, new equipment training, pilot transition, and maintainer training
Active TS/SCI Clearance
Preferred
Master's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
Certifications such as:
PMP
Six Sigma / Lean
Agile or Systems Engineering certifications
Aviation or airworthiness-related technical certifications
Agile or DevSecOps certifications
Software or systems engineering technical certifications
Benefits
Full benefits
Possible bonus potential based on merit and performance
Company
OST, Inc.
OST solves complex problems and overcomes challenges to deliver optimized, value-driven solutions that improve our customers’ business operations and advance their missions by building a great firm that attracts, develops, excites, and retains exceptional people.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Marcus Collier
Chief Executive Officer
Nicholas Petrillo
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