Flight Test and Evaluation Manager, Principal F-16 WAM (Top Secret)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.00 - $39.75
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
health care plan
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Family leave
short term disability
long term disability
Training and Development
Job Description
Credence is a leading technology solutions provider dedicated to supporting mission-critical needs for the largest defense and health federal organizations. Renowned for delivering cutting-edge innovations, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities, Credence plays a vital role in enhancing national security and operational success for warfighters. As a privately held company, Credence has consistently earned recognition as a top workplace, featuring on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the past 12 years. The company embodies a culture of servant leadership, believing that the success of clients, team members, and partners collectively drives... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must have an active top secret clearance
- Master's or Doctoral Degree in a related field and a minimum of 20 years of experience in the respective technical or professional discipline, twelve of which must be in the DoD
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field and a minimum of 25 years of experience in the respective technical or professional discipline, fifteen of which must be in the DoD
- Thirty years of directly related experience with proper certifications, twenty of which must be in the DoD
- Minimum of three years of experience planning or conducting military flight test programs
- Expertise in planning, directing, and integrating all aspects of test and evaluation functions related to development and deployment of aeronautical weapons systems.
Job Qualifications
- Master's or Doctoral Degree in related field with minimum 20 years of relevant experience
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field with at least 25 years of experience
- Extensive experience in the Department of Defense (DoD) environment
- Proven expertise in planning and integrating test and evaluation for aeronautical weapons systems
- Strong knowledge of military flight test programs and acquisition processes
- Experience coordinating with multiple government agencies and contractors
- Proficiency with government and industry-standard software for documentation and reporting
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to manage complex projects, including cost and schedule tracking
- Demonstrated leadership skills in technical and program management roles.
Job Duties
- Assist in designing, planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of test and evaluation for F-16 systems
- Prepare, maintain, update, and review test and test-related documentation
- Develop and support the flight test program for F-16 Foreign Military Sales (FMS) production and modification efforts
- Manage all phases of the flight test program assessing aeronautical system performance
- Support and participate in flight test meetings and Integrated Test Team activities
- Coordinate delivery of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) and test resources
- Analyze test data including flight test video to assess anomalies and recommend actions
- Prepare and manage FMS documentation ensuring compliance with U.S. Government and FMS policies
- Assist in cost estimation and budget tracking for flight test programs
- Liaise with contractors, DoD representatives, and Developmental Test personnel
- Support the preparation and presentation of briefings and reports for management and customer meetings
- Facilitate compliance with FAA and military regulations including ITAR
- Coordinate test requirements between prime contractors, Air Force Test Centers, and other stakeholders
- Travel CONUS/OCONUS to support engineering, test planning, and program management meetings
- Participate in flight test missions to review data real-time.
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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