Flight Sciences Senior Engineer

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

Bombardier’s Benefits Program

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Competitive base salary
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tele Health Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• You may be responsible for specializing in Aircraft Performance
• You may be responsible for performing analysis of ground and flight test data including desktop simulation
• You may be responsible for providing timely analysis of predicted results, post flight data analysis, support snag resolution, generate problem reports, and perform data reviews
• You may be responsible for using engineering judgment on selecting the appropriate methods, techniques and tools in resolving complex issues
• You may be responsible for developing new or unique flight test techniques, equipment, or processes
• You may be responsible for providing technical support to Flight Operations by attending pre and post flight briefs, telemetry, Safety of Flight reviews and Test Hazard Assessments
• You may be responsible for writing/reviewing Request for Test, Test Definition Sheets, Restriction and Special Instructions, and Conformity reports to support the flight test schedule.
• You may be responsible for creating flight test reports demonstrating compliance as required by TC/FAA/EASA certification regulations
• You may be responsible for creating development engineering documentation for design changes, in a flight test environment
• You may be responsible for providing technical support to BFTC Projects Test Readiness Reviews

How to thrive in this role?

• You hold a bachelor’s or master's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or a related engineering field
• You have at least 8 years of experience in engineering within the aviation industry
• You have at least 5 years of direct flight testing experience in aircraft Stability & Control and Aircraft Performance (preferred)
• You have extensive knowledge of aircraft systems or principles (preferred)
• You have extensive knowledge of aircraft takeoff, landing, and mission performance (preferred)
• You have an awareness of FAA & EASA Part 25 certification requirements (preferred)
• You possess good programming skills in Python, VBA, MATLAB, C#, C++, or FORTRAN. Working knowledge of a Windows and UNIX operating system environment would be an asset (preferred)
• You are proficient in MS Office and Windows environment (preferred)
• You possess good interpersonal skills to work well in a team environment (preferred)
• You can work independently and demonstrate initiatives to achieve the goals established (preferred)
• You possess good written and oral communication skills (preferred)
• You are resourceful in identifying roadblocks and looking for creative ways to overcome challenges, and can maintain adherence to project deadlines (preferred)
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident to qualify for ITAR clearance (preferred)

Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

Job Flight Sciences Engineer Specialist

Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

Organization Learjet Inc

Shift

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 15074 Flight Sciences Senior Engineer