About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Flight Test Engineer to join our team. As part of this role, you will be responsible for determining the actual characteristics of the helicopter and ensuring its safe and efficient use.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Determine the actual characteristics of the helicopter, often to prove predicted behavior based on computed and/or wind tunnel test data
* Prepare and support helicopter ground and flight tests
* Advise aircrew on the safe and efficient use of the helicopter and systems
* Plan, execute and report on flight trials efficiently while ensuring the highest possible levels of flight safety, achieving the technical objectives and minimizing time and costs
* Prepare flight test orders, test plans, compile/analyse flight test data and publish flight test reports
* Provide advice and support to the Design Office specialist engineering disciplines
* Manage helicopter configuration and coordinate with the maintenance team
* Monitor safety critical parameters to enhance overall flight safety
* Act as Telemetry Controller when required
About You
* Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent
* Graduate of the FTE long course from a recognized TP school or hold a national FTE license
* More than 500 hours of Cat 1 & Cat 2 helicopter Flight Test experience
* Hold an EASA Class 2 medical
* A minimum of 5 years previous experience of conducting helicopter flight trials
* A private pilot's license is an advantage
* Knowledge of Flight Test Requirements (CS27 & CS29)
* Very good English spoken and written (B2)
About Our Offer
* An exciting and challenging job opportunity in an entrepreneurial environment
* Room to grow in every dimension
* Some overseas travel expected in support of specific flight test campaigns