Rotary Wing Senior Flight Test Engineer

Job Description

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Boeing Test & Evaluation UK (BT&E UK) is currently looking for a Rotary Wing Senior Flight Test Engineer to join the team in Middle Wallop, UK.

BT&E UK is Boeing Defence UK’s flight test organisation responsible for delivery of developmental and maintenance flight operations. BT&E UK is currently conducting Chinook and Apache maintenance flying and testing, as well as planning for future flight trials on Boeing aircraft in the UK and overseas. 

The test and evaluation engineer conducts the development and verification of test methods and processes to ensure repeatability and productivity. They develop detailed test procedures, configurations and instrumentation requirements to perform the test and minimize risk within the constraints of a test plan. They execute the test safely and report post test data accurately. They are expected to  capture and apply lessons learned to improve test procedures.

The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities:

• Direct test programs and conduct T&E activity on non-production aircraft

• Develop planning and execution documents; test plans, test procedures, hazard analyses and reports

• Lead customer and stakeholder meetings in developing and delivering test programmes

• Participate in programme planning including programme proposals and through-life programme development

• Coordination of remote-base logistics and trials activities

• Identify risks, issues and opportunities and support the development and execution of mitigation plans

• Represent Boeing T&E/Flight Operations at Middle Wallop and other locations

• Provide T&E support to the Boeing Design Team and assist with product development and certification activities

• Periodic support to Boeing Flight Operations at other global Boeing sites as required

• Mentorship and guidance for junior team members

• Management of budgets and communication of related performance

Required competencies:

• Must be able to pass an EASA Class II and FAA (Class III) Medical

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science

• Demonstrate previous experience in planning and executing Rotary wing T&E activities

• A detailed knowledge of helicopter performance and handling qualities

• Knowledge of test plan, test design document, and test procedure development/release and configuration control processes

• Previous experience of working within a Combined Test Team

• Knowledge of the UK Military and Civil Aviation regulatory environment

• Knowledge of Safety and Quality Assurance process interactions with test operations, including incident notifications, and anomaly documentation and resolution processes

• Clear understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle

• Ability to communicate clearly using Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

• The role will have significant UK-wide Boeing interface and therefore a person who is diplomatic whilst being strong minded is required

Preferred competencies:

• Detailed technical knowledge of Boeing rotary wing aircraft

• Knowledge of the Ship Air Release process

• T&E Experience on fixed wing or UAS aircraft

• Graduate of a UK military recognized test pilot school (ETPS, EPNER, USAFTPS or USNTPS) or Aerosystems course

• Experience in working with international collaborative organisations or partnerships

What Boeing offers you:

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next

• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way

• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year

• Pension Plan with 10% employer contribution

• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks

• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week

• 6x annual salary life insurance

• Learning Together Programme to support your ongoing personal and career development

• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

• Parental leave options available

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 05, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.