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:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Plan and document aircraft flight test telemetry frequency licenses.
Support telemetry operations during flight tests, including TM room and TM van activities.
Review, process, and store flight test data following each flight.
Support pre- and post-flight briefings.
Assist Data Flight Test Engineers with data reduction as needed.
Prepare IADS displays to support aircraft and TM room operations.
Maintain and troubleshoot TM room, TM van, and TM tower equipment and connections.
Support off-site flight test operations as required (approximately 50 travel).
Requirements:
Associate degree or Technical Diploma in Electronics (or equivalent experience and training).
5+ years of directly related experience.
Previous flight test experience preferred.
Working knowledge of flight test systems, avionics, and FCC regulations.
Experience with Quasonix receivers and antenna control units.
Fiber optics termination experience preferred.
Proficient with IADS and engineering software applications.
Understanding of S- and C-band frequency management and modulation schemes.
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all organizational levels.
Ability to work in environments with operational noise, temperature extremes, dust, aircraft equipment, and fuel odors.
Capable of standing, sitting, walking, bending, climbing, and reaching for extended periods as required.
Able to lift up to 10 lbs independently and up to 50 lbs with assistance equipment.
Must meet all applicable FAA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, and regulatory safety requirements.
Ability to read, hear, speak, and communicate effectively in business English.
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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