JOB TITLE: Flight Test Telemetry Technician
LOCATION: Greenville, NC
PAY RATE: $35-43/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
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Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
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Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
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Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
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Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
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Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
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Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
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Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
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Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
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Plan and document aircraft flight test telemetry frequency licenses.
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Support telemetry operations during flight tests, including TM room and TM van activities.
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Review, process, and store flight test data following each flight.
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Support pre- and post-flight briefings.
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Assist Data Flight Test Engineers with data reduction as needed.
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Prepare IADS displays to support aircraft and TM room operations.
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Maintain and troubleshoot TM room, TM van, and TM tower equipment and connections.
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Support off-site flight test operations as required (approximately 50% travel).
Requirements:
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Associate degree or Technical Diploma in Electronics (or equivalent experience and training).
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5+ years of directly related experience.
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Previous flight test experience preferred.
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Working knowledge of flight test systems, avionics, and FCC regulations.
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Experience with Quasonix receivers and antenna control units.
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Fiber optics termination experience preferred.
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Proficient with IADS and engineering software applications.
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Understanding of S- and C-band frequency management and modulation schemes.
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Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all organizational levels.
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Ability to work in environments with operational noise, temperature extremes, dust, aircraft equipment, and fuel odors.
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Capable of standing, sitting, walking, bending, climbing, and reaching for extended periods as required.
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Able to lift up to 10 lbs independently and up to 50 lbs with assistance equipment.
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Must meet all applicable FAA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, and regulatory safety requirements.
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Ability to read, hear, speak, and communicate effectively in business English.
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Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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