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Flight Test Engineering Analyst/Manager

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Hybrid
Hill Air Force Base, UT
121K-205K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Hill Air Force Base, UT
121K-205K Annually
Senior level
Manage a small flight test engineering team supporting ICBM operational test launches. Oversee pre-launch mission planning, 6DOF flight predictions, telemetry processing, IMU/GPS accuracy analysis, reentry-vehicle and booster performance analysis, anomaly investigation, physics-based modeling, tool development, and technical reporting and briefings.
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Job Description
BAE Systems is looking for a motivated Flight Test Engineering Manager to join the Force Development Evaluation (FDE) team for an exciting opportunity supporting the United States Air Force Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) weapon system program.
What is FDE?
The FDE team supports Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) and Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) to monitor and assess the current performance and accuracy of the Minuteman III (MMIII) ICBM. The team supports Operational Test Launch activities such as pre-flight mission planning, launch support, post-flight performance and accuracy analysis, and development of accuracy nuclear planning factors. The team also leverages its expertise to support assessment efforts for the upcoming Sentinel ICBM. This role offers a unique opportunity to support and participate in an active test launch program with a team of subject matter experts.
The Flight Test Engineering Manager will manage a small team of junior engineers, to include establishing individual goals in alignment with team objectives, providing timesheet oversight, and communicating guidance and performance feedback to direct reports. They will also perform or supervise some of the following FDE technical tasks:
  • Supporting Operational Test Launch pre-launch and launch activities.
  • Performing pre-flight mission planning tasks that include defining test objectives and range sensor requirements, targeting the mission, analyzing hazards and range safety constraints, and producing 6DOF flight predictions.
  • Processing Booster and Reentry Vehicle telemetry data.
  • Performing Missile System, Reentry Vehicle Body Dynamics, and Arming & Fuzing performance analysis.
  • Determining the Reentry Vehicle Best Estimate of Trajectory using metric tracking and weather data and using the Best Estimate of Trajectory to determine weapon system miss and all sub-component misses.
  • Performing Inertial Measurement Unit accuracy analysis using GPS/telemetry data to estimate guidance and control contribution to weapon system miss.
  • Developing engineering estimates of accuracy, maintaining physics-based engineering models, and performing statistical analysis.
  • Providing engineering support to investigate missile flight test anomalies, performing analysis to determine cause, and developing corrective action solutions.
  • Developing, maintaining, and modifying software tools to determine vehicle performance and flight accuracy.
  • Publishing vehicle performance and flight accuracy briefing materials and reports.

The position is located at Hill AFB, Utah. US citizenship status and DoD Secret Security Clearance are required. Due to work within a classified environment, this role is not conducive to teleworking or remote schedules. Position level will be based on candidate experience and qualifications.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering.
  • 7+ years related experience (5+ years with a Master's degree).
  • MATLAB data analysis experience.
  • Project management experience.
  • Technical writing, presentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience with C, C++, and Python programming languages.
  • ICBM and/or flight test experience.
  • People management experience.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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