International Aviation Engineering, Testing & Validation Specialist
Company: OST INC
Location: Orlando
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Optimal Solutions & Technologies
(OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence. We specialize in providing
Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research
Development and Engineering services. The fundamental distinction
of the OST team is its business knowledge in both the public and
private sectors. We serve the aerospace & transportation,
association & nonprofit, defense, education, energy, financial,
healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. OST is
successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our
clients, and we know our clients. International Aviation
Engineering, Testing & Validation Specialist Description of
specific duties in a typical workday for this position: The
International Aviation Engineering Testing & Validation responsible
for execution and oversight of all engineering, testing,
validation, and airworthiness activities. The individual examines
engineering and technical processes to identify, execute, and
evaluate improvements that streamline workflows, eliminate rework,
and enhance quality and efficiency across acquisition and
non-acquisition programs. The Specialist provides cross-program
technical integration across Product Directorate Leads (PdLs),
enabling data sharing, standardization, and application of lessons
learned. Responsibilities include ensuring timely execution of
airworthiness releases for all live aviation programs; developing
engineering specifications, test criteria, and design parameters;
and leading test oversight, planning, and preparation activities.
The role includes preparation, review, and approval of Contract
Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs); development of requirements
packages; coordination on acquisition actions; coordination of
technical and cyber issues; development of Price and Availability
(P&A) inputs; and support to acquisition strategy development.
The specialist conducts technical assessments, supports acceptance
and airworthiness execution, and provides overall quality control
across aviation programs. The International Aviation Engineering,
Testing & Validation specialist conducts and oversees Government
Acceptance Testing (GAT) and On-Site Acceptance Testing (OSAT) for
international Training Aids, Devices, Simulators, and Simulations
(TADSS). The individual develops and applies performance metrics
aligned with military standards; reviews test documentation, plans,
procedures, and acceptance criteria; participates in site visits
and readiness reviews; analyzes test results; and provides formal
recommendations to ensure validation of system requirements and
training effectiveness. Requirements (Years of experience,
Education, Certifications): Bachelor’s degree in engineering
(Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems), Aviation Systems, or
a related technical discipline Minimum of 3 years of experience in
engineering, aviation systems, testing, validation, or
airworthiness support Demonstrated experience with: Aviation
airworthiness release processes Engineering test planning,
execution, and validation Government Acceptance Testing (GAT) and
OSAT Development of technical requirements packages and CDRLs
Coordination with acquisition organizations International TADSS
programs and military training systems Demonstrated technical
experience supporting one or more of the following: Tactical
Engagement Simulation Systems Aviation TADSS sustainment and
mission support Training, sustainment, and simulators for pilots
and maintainers Aircraft platforms including UH-60, AH-64, CH-47,
Huey II, H-47ER, AH-64E V6 Simulator operations,
instructor/operator support, O&M, new equipment training, pilot
transition, and maintainer training Active TS/SCI Clearance Nice to
Have (skills that are not required, but nice to have): Master’s
degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
Certifications such as: PMP Six Sigma / Lean Agile or Systems
Engineering certifications Aviation or airworthiness-related
technical certifications Agile or DevSecOps certifications Software
or systems engineering technical certifications This is a full-time
position paying a base salary, full benefits, and has possible
bonus potential based on merit and performance. To be considered
for this position, please apply online with a resume. OST is an
equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions
without regard to race, religion, gender, native origin, age,
disability, or any other category protected by applicable federal,
state, or local laws.
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