Scientist/Engineer II

Qualis Corporation is seeking a Scientist/Engineer II at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH for the TMAS Range Task Order. This position supports the 96th Test Group Aerospace Survivability and Safety Operating Location's (704 TG/OL-AC) Landing Gear Test Facility (704 TG/OL-ACL).

Duties for this position include responsibility for Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDAT&E) for aircraft and space vehicle flight hardware qualification.

Requirements

Responsibilities

Perform technical engineering duties in support of test program or project to predict and evaluate flight hardware and operational systems:

Evaluates customer test requirements for aircraft landing gear, tires, wheels, brakes, or components;

Prepares test procedures based on established test method or Design of Experiment (DOE) principals;

Oversight and monitoring of testing and assists when needed;

Reviews and analyzes test data and may adjust test program parameters based on actual results;

Provides daily/weekly progress reports, as needed;

Prepares written test reports;

Assists in the preparation of briefings and presentations to government working levels and senior government officials and communicates effectively with both technical and non-technical customers;

Performs test system engineering analysis and participates in determining requirements for upgrades to facility electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and/or computer equipment

Education And Experience

A bachelor's degree from an accredited engineering school and up to three (3) years related engineering experience, or a master's degree from an accredited engineering school

Experience specifically in the area of aerospace vehicle equipment design, structural fatigue and dynamometer testing, and quality assurance; specifically aircraft landing gear, tires, wheels, and brakes required. Comparable experience and qualifications will be considered in lieu of the specific experience mentioned. State registration as an Engineer-in-Training or as a Professional Engineer is desirable

Applicants must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and must have interpersonal skills allowing them to interact effectively with government officials and contractors

Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Project; technical editing; and data management is highly preferred. Experience with MATLAB, Solid Works and other engineering tools is desirable

Skills include the ability to perform the following:

Express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; oral and written communication in the form of presentations, papers, test plans, reports, E-mails, to fund, operate, evaluate, report status on, sustain, redirect, and close-out in-house and contractual projects

Ability to generate, read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

Develop and use plans to execute and track project/program performance

Advocate, plan, and direct testing at facilities for understanding and qualification of flight hardware

Develop, apply, assess, and improve rules/tools to predict and compare test results

Assess technical, financial, and schedule performance using agreed upon metric

Communicate and comply with all relevant Federal and local safety, security and interpersonal relations policies, regulations, and procedures

Clearance

U.S. Citizenship required.

Candidate must be able to pass a NACI (National Background Check with Inquires)

Travel

5% travel requirement

Attendance

Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary and required to meet deadlines.

Other Essential Functions

Must be able to communicate effectively.

Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with clients, supervisors and co-workers.

Must be able to support and work in a proactive team environment.

Must hold the safety of yourself and those around you as the number one priority in the workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled and a participant in E-Verify

Benefits

Qualis Corporation is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and talented workforce who can contribute to the mission and vision of the Company. Our employees are our greatest asset and we promote a positive work environment, teamwork, professional growth, innovation, community involvement, flexible scheduling and a family-friendly work environment.