The competitive candidate will possess an extensive aviation engineering and flight test background with strong technical and leadership skills. Requires strong communication skills to support extensive executive-level interaction and will report to the System Ground and Flight Test Senior Manager. Collaborate with government and contractor leaders to develop detailed test plans and drive an integrated team approach to problem solving. Thorough understanding of flight test safety planning, test operations, and test reporting is required. Responsible for developing resource forecasts and achieving cost and schedule performance goals. Position will be located at Edwards AFB, CA with an expectation of 25% travel. Candidate must be willing to work extended shifts, nights, weekends and holidays as required to meet program schedule and objectives. As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change. Must have 9 years of Engineering experience with a Bachelors degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (7 years w/ Masters) Must have an active DoD Secret clearance with full investigation within the last 6 years Ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within reasonable time Experience in a system test environment Perform resource planning and staffing; staff development, including skills training and career support; performance management, including employee goal setting, performance reviews, and issues resolution. Knowledge of flight test planning, safety planning, test operations, and test reporting Strong ability to communicate complex technical issues and solutions Significant experience in a developmental/operational test maintenance environment Significant experience with one or more mission system disciplines Minimum of 3 years in a defined leadership role, with functional home room manager experience a plus Experience in a US Air Force Combined Test Force Experience leading an aircraft operation under DCMA Instruction 8210 oversight Experience with Earned Value Management Experience building and maintaining a high performance team in a high paced aerospace environment