Lead Flight Test Engineer
5 days ago
Thales is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Flight Test Engineer to join our team at the Thales Unmanned Air Systems (UAS) Trials and Training Centre (UTTC) in West Wales Airport.
Job Summary:The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the planning and conduct of developmental flight tests of UAS, working closely with the Design Organisation and other stakeholders. They will also be responsible for line management of junior FTEs and will play a key role in the strategic planning of flight trials.
Key Responsibilities:- Plan UAS flight trials, considering requirements, certification, airworthiness, and safety and risk management.
- Brief and conduct UAS flight test sorties as part of the GCS test crew.
- Analyse flight trial data, write Post Flight Reports, and at the completion of a flight trial write the Flight Test Report.
- Assist the Head of Air T&E and Head of Flying in strategic planning of flight trials and in writing flight test governance documents, processes, and procedures.
- Provide leadership and management to one or more junior FTEs.
- Graduate Flight Test Engineer of a recognised Test Pilot School, or having demonstrable equivalent qualifications/experience as an FTE.
- Significant flight trials experience as an FTE, to include all aspects of flight test planning, conduct, data analysis, and reporting.
- Possess excellent English language written and spoken communication skills.
- Have an aeronautical engineering and/or aerospace graduate background, with demonstrable knowledge and understanding of all aspects of flight test.
- Have the ability to lead and manage more junior personnel as part of a team.
Thales offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career development and growth. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment, and we offer a range of flexible working arrangements to suit your needs.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application, including your CV and a cover letter, to our website.
Thales is a global technology leader in the aerospace, transportation, and defence markets. Our people have a passion for innovation, and we are committed to making a positive impact on the world around us.
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