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Lead Flight Test Engineer

KopterMollis

Più di 30 giorni fa

Descrizione dell’offerta di lavoro

As part of Leonardo, Kopter currently develops the AW09, a next generation single-engine helicopter that offers the largest cabin and cargo hold in its category, increased modularity and modern electronic systems. The AW09 delivers latest safety standards as well as more performance and comfort at low operating costs.

Kopter is set to become Leonardo’s Centre of Excellence for new light helicopters and an incubator of new technologies, contributing to the development of hybrid and electrical propulsion systems. Kopter’s 320 talented team members are primarily based in Switzerland, near Zurich and in Mollis (Canton of Glarus).

Your responsibilities

Determine the actual characteristics of the helicopter, often to prove predicted behaviour based on computed and / or wind tunnel test data
Prepare and support helicopter ground and flight tests
Advise aircrew on the safe and efficient use of the helicopter and systems
Plan, execute and report on flight trials efficiently while ensuring the highest possible levels of flight safety, achieving the technical objectives and minimizing time and costs
Prepare flight test orders, test plans, compile / analyse flight test data and publish flight test reports
Provide advice and support to the Design Office specialist engineering disciplines
Daily management of helicopter configuration and coordinate with the maintenance team
Monitor safety critical parameters to enhance overall fight safety
Act as Telemetry Controller when required

Your qualifications

Degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Graduate of the FTE long course from a recognized TP school or hold a national FTE license

Greater than 500 hours of Cat 1 & Cat 2 helicopter Flight Test experience

Hold an EASA Class 2 medical

Mnimum of 5 years previous experience of conducting helicopter flight trials

Private pilot’s licence is an advantage

Knowledge of Flight Test Requirements (CS27 & CS29)

Very good English spoken and written (B2)

Our offer

We are offering an exciting and challenging job opportunity in an entrepreneurial environment with room to grow in every dimension. Our office is located in Mollis / GL.

Some overseas travel is expected in support of specific flight test campaigns.

Your next step

If you are interested to know more about us please send your complete application documents in English including following documents :

Cover letter

CV (including Photo and Nationality)

Diplomas

Employment references

Please note that this job is open to candidates of all nationalities, priority will be given to Swiss and EU Nationals.

Department of Flight Testing located in CH-8753 Mollis

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