Flight Test & Evaluation Engineer

Job Overview

OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED US CITIZENS.

This announcement will be accepting applications until 11:45 PM EST, 16 October 2026.

Join the Operations Division as a Senior Test and Evaluation Engineer and lead rigorous, mission-focused test efforts that turn complex capabilities into trusted operational advantage.

Position duties include, but are not limited to:

• Serves as a subject-matter expert and advisor to the Director of Operations, the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Commander and staff for ground and flight test and evaluation (T&E).
• Utilizes multidisciplinary professional engineering knowledge to apply systems thinking and program management techniques to the detailed planning of AFRL ground and flight tests in a safe and technically rigorous/efficient manner.
• Provides mentoring, coaching, and team-specific training to colleagues.
• Provides expertise, guidance and support with design of experiments, test tactics/techniques/procedures and risk assessment/management for various technology and system test activities.
• Develops and recommends T&E policies among various levels of AFMC, DoD and other Government and contractor agencies impacting AFRL test programs. In doing so, it ensures adherence with military and/or civil statutory/regulatory guidance.
• Develops and implements directive guidance affecting AFRL test programs and subsequent personnel to ensure accurate execution of assigned duties and appropriate discipline in test operations.
• Formulates policy, procedures and concepts related to test operations to ensure proper conduct and stimulate improvement of Science and Technology T&E.
• Advises appointed Configuration Control Board, Safety Review Board and Technical Review Board Chairmen on T&E management and execution processes and procedures.
• Serves as a Safety Review Board member when appointed by AFRL/SE site lead.
• Provides guidance and support to AFRL programs involving T&E activities to ensure safe and efficient test execution.

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance.
• Must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lowest grade level or equivalent of the position being advertised.
• Engineer (0800): To meet eligibility of an Engineer, applicants must meet the following basic requirements. Degree in Engineering. The program must have been ABET accredited. For a full description of the 0800 requirements, see the following Occupational Requirements here: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.

Desired Qualifications

• Intermediate Development Education (IDE)/Senior Development Education (SDE) completed.
• Test Pilot School Graduate.
• 4 years flight test experience (Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) or manned flight).

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

No

Series

0801

Additional Information

• Incentives may/may not be offered.
• Travel may be required for this position.

Resume requirement: Resume may not exceed two pages, and font size should be no smaller than 10pts.

Transcripts/SF-50 requirement: redact all Personally Identifiable Information (PII).

Instructions on how to submit your documents are provided in the automated email you will receive once you apply.

Requisition Number 50756

Posting End Date

10/16/2026