Test Engineer - TRU Simulation

Test Engineer /- TRU Simulation Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands/. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight/. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you'll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career/. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members - now and in the future, beginning day one/. Your success is our success/. Description JOB SUMMARY: The Test Engineer is responsible for planning, preparing, and executing test procedures for commercial and defense flight simulator training devices/. This role involves managing requirements, developing and managing master test plans, and executing test activities/. The LTE assumes a key role on our project teams and has the responsibility to lead the verification and validation of our flight simulator training devices/. Join our dynamic team at TRU Simulation and be at the forefront of innovation in flight simulation technology/! Collaborate with passionate engineers and production technicians to enhance simulation performance and drive excellence in our products and processes/. Embrace the opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing company that values creativity, teamwork, and cutting/-edge technology/. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: * Test Function: o Plan, prepare, and execute test procedures/. o Develop automated test equipment and software/. o Review performance specifications and provide test procedural recommendations/. o Produce test plans and support test planning and system development meetings/. * Lead Test Events: o Conduct pre/- and post/-test briefings/. o Develop and deliver test reports/. o Assess safety hazards and provide risk mitigation inputs/. o Develop test support, instrumentation, and data recording requirements/. o Coordinate test asset and facility resources/. o Develop data analysis tools and analyze test data/. * Quality Function: o Troubleshoot and solve problems/. o Capture and drive the resolution of issues/. o Improve procedures and processes/. o Apply System of Systems thinking and Design of Experiments /(DOE/) concepts/. o Perform integration testing, lead failure investigations, and perform root cause analysis/. o Design data analysis processes to assess system quality/. Qualifications EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE: * Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics required/. * Private Pilot License and/or A&P License desired/. * ASQ CQE or CQA desirable * Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in quality engineering or related disciplines required/. * Aircraft system and avionics operational experience required/. QUALIFICATIONS: * Ability to obtain a U/.S/. government Security Clearance/. * Knowledge of aerospace/defense engineering design, configuration control, and production disciplines/. * Knowledge of aircraft systems and pilot standard operating procedures * Ability to analyze and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams/. * Strong understanding of software development life cycles /(SDLC/) and methodologies/. * Experience with various testing types /(functional, regression, integration, system, user acceptance/)/. * Proficient in writing test plans and test cases/. * General purpose test equipment proficiency /(DMM, oscilloscope, power supplies, network analyzers/)/. * Ability to work at floor level to 8 feet high with appropriate ladder/. * Strong written and oral communication skills/. * Proficient in Microsoft Office suite /(Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project/)/. * Strong administrative, organizational, record management, and configuration control skills/. * Strong analytical and problem/-solving skills/. * Ability to multitask and prioritize/. * Self/-motivated, inquisitive, and resourceful/. * Ability to make decisions based on benefit, risk, time constraints, and opportunity/. * Ability to work well under pressure in a collaborative, dynamic environment/. * Up to 75% travel CONUS and OCONUS for on/-site installation verification and validation test activities/. // * // * Textron Aviation Inc/. must comply with U/.S/. export control laws and regulations/. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information/. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job/. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified/. EEO Statement Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex /(including pregnancy and sexual orientation/), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law/. Recruiting Company: TRU Simulation Primary Location: US-Florida-Lutz Job Function: Engineering Schedule: Full-time Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Type: Standard Shift: First Shift Job Posting: 02/12/2026, 4:20:22 PM Job Number: 339574

Created: 2026-04-02