Flight test instrumental engineer

My client is currently developing a new-generation single-turbine helicopter, delivering high performance and offering the largest cabin in its class:

Role: Flight test instrumental engineer
Location: Mollis, GL on site
Contract: Contract
Duration: 12 months
workload: 100%

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and implement flight test instrumentation equipment on the aircraft (strain gauges, thermocouples, accelerometers and a variety of other electrical components/sensors as well as data recording and telemetry equipment)
• Manage the on-board and ground station software and instrumentation configuration. Support pre- and post-test briefings as well as ground and flight tests in accordance with established test plans and procedures
• Ensure sensor calibration/data accuracy and validity of data
• Temporary assignment overseas in support of flight test campaigns
• Establish department related calibration procedures

Requirements

• Minimum of three years working experience in instrumentation and/or electronics engineering
• HF knowledge and experience with air to ground telemetry highly desired
• Desirably working experience in flight test instrumentation, in designing and selecting strain gauge circuitry and in calibration standards and related business procedures.
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Experience in troubleshooting of hard and software systems
• Good team player skills, self-driven attitude and a great communicator
• Aviation experience highly desired (knowledge of EASA Part 21 J&G and CS27 is an advantage)
• English minimum B2 (verbal & written), a working knowledge of German language an asset

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Desiree Bellotti at Line Up Aviation

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