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Calspan’s Flight Research Center is home to a fleet of experimental aircraft that include four Learjets and two Gulfstream G-IIIs. Calspan also operates the NF-16D VISTA aircraft for the Air Force Test Pilot School at Edwards AFB, CA. These aircraft are modified and used to conduct a variety of flight control, airborne sensor and system testing, and other flight research projects and demonstrations for commercial and government organizations around the world, including at the U.S. Air Force and Naval Test Pilot Schools. We are looking for a Flight Operations Directors in both our EAFB and Niagara Falls locations. These individuals will manage day-to-day company flight and maintenance...
The Automotive Crash Test Engineer will provide guidance and direction within Calspan’s Automotive Crash Test Operations group. A customer centric, close knit, hardworking, accountable and responsible team who leverage their strong technical aptitude and experience to provide world-class automotive crash test services. Working in Calspan’s state of the art, fully enclosed automotive crash test facility with its MESSRING propulsion system and micro track, the ideal candidate will be a self-starter working in a “hands on”...
Calspan is the world’s number one supplier of ground-based testing solutions and expertise for the aerospace industry. Our customers get a single, experienced partner to help them efficiently validate engine and airframe performance across development, production and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO). The Project Manager will successfully execute the engineering design, manufacturing, subcontracting and installation/commissioning phases of ground test facilities and equipment while acting as the single focal point for customers.
Calspan is the premier independent provider of testing and technology development services, solutions, and systems in the aerospace, defense, and automotive industries. Our diverse skill set and unique testing capabilities help innovators push the limits of technology to transform the future.
Calspan's Flight Operations Team is a full service flight test organization housed in a state-of-the-art 80,000 sq. ft. hangar facility on the Niagara Falls, NY, International Airport (KIAG). Our full-time team of experimental test pilots, engineers, mechanics, and technicians...
Calspan has been at the forefront of aircraft Flying Qualities (FQ), Pilot-Induced Oscillation (PIO), and Upset Recovery Training (URT) research and instruction in variable stability aircraft for decades. We operated the USAF NT-33 T-Bird and C-131H Total In-Flight Simulator (TIFS) variable stability aircraft and continue to operate the X-62A Variable Stability In-flight Simulator Test Aircraft (VISTA). Today, commercial instruction is conducted in Calspan's variable stability Learjets.
Calspan supports aerospace industry innovators by teaming with seven of the...
The world’s greatest innovators rely on Calspan, as evidenced by our track record of successfully providing high-quality independent engineering design, test, and research services for more than 70 years. We are proud to offer innovators a wide array of engineering services to support their game-changing innovations. The Senior Contracts Manager serves as lead of contracts management and administration, including but not limited to preparation of proposals, contract negotiation, change orders and contract closeouts.
The Calspan Automotive Crash Facility, located in Buffalo, NY, is an international leader in automotive crash testing and is always improving and advancing the science. The Automotive Vehicle Technician position is responsible maintaining/improving test systems, including electrical and software systems for data production and quality control. Working with Staff and customers in a fast paced precision test lab supporting major motorsports and automotive companies around the world.
This is a great opportunity...
Calspan’s Subsonic, Transonic Wind Tunnel, is the only independently owned and operated wind tunnel in the United States. Our staff is known for its flexibility and responsiveness to our customer’s needs. Customers appreciate this approach, as it enables them in real time, to refine test programs. The Technician will support testing and engineering including operating and maintaining of test equipment for the Transonic Wind Tunnel Department located in Buffalo, New York.
Must be able to work 3rd Shift. Shift differential pay!
Calspan is the premier independent provider of testing and technology development services, solutions, and systems in the aerospace, defense, and automotive industries. Our diverse skill set and unique testing capabilities help innovators push the limits of technology to transform the future.
Calspan’s Tire Performance Testing team provides tire research and testing services. The unique capabilities of the laboratory are used to help innovators measure and understand tire performance and characteristics for all types of tires, including those used on automobiles, motorcycles,...
Calspan is the world’s number one supplier of ground-based testing solutions and expertise for the aerospace industry. Our customers get a single, experienced partner to help them efficiently validate engine and airframe performance across development, production and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO). We are looking for motivated Aero/Acoustics Engineer joining our team.
Every single thing we do with our customers and employees is based upon our goal of being selective to join and difficult to leave. We operate with a core set of values surrounding...
Calspan Systems in Newport News, VA is an industry leader in the engineering and manufacture of complex aerospace hardware and prototype systems for ground test and flight applications. We have been employed in the development of nearly every domestic fixed-wing aircraft, missile, and helicopter system. We are looking for an Engineering Analyst join our team. This position is responsible for conducting analysis on designs for Research and Development prototype components and assemblies.
Calspan has been at the forefront of aircraft Flying Qualities (FQ), Pilot-Induced Oscillation (PIO), and Upset Recovery Training (URT) research and instruction in variable stability aircraft for decades. We operated the USAF NT-33 T-Bird and C-131H Total In-Flight Simulator (TIFS) variable stability aircraft and continue to operate the X-62A Variable Stability In-flight Simulator Test Aircraft (VISTA).
The VISTA X-62A Aircraft Mechanic is responsible for performing mechanical and technical support on a VISTA F-16 aircraft under supervision....
Calspan is the world’s number one supplier of ground-based testing solutions and expertise for the aerospace industry. Our customers get a single, experienced partner to help them efficiently validate engine and airframe performance across development, production and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO).
We are seeking a motivated Controls/PLC Engineer to be responsible for design, implementation, test, and support of controls, software, and data acquisition systems used in test cells, wind tunnels, and other aerospace ground test facilities.
Calspan plays a key role in contributing to the advancement of hypersonic system development and testing leveraging decades of unique and specialized experience. We are seeking a motivated Mechanical Designer to be responsible for development and release CAD models and drawings of mechanical parts and assemblies for wind tunnels and hypersonic ground test projects. This is a diverse role that includes working closely with engineering to release predominantly custom one-off equipment and components for new tunnel facilities as well as major capability upgrades to existing facilities.
Calspan plays a key role in contributing to the advancement of hypersonic system development and testing leveraging decades of unique and specialized experience. We are looking for a motivated Software Engineer to join our team!
This position is responsible for the design, implement and support control and automation software for wind tunnel and hypersonic ground test projects. This is a diverse role that includes predominantly custom one-off equipment and components for new tunnel facilities as well as major capability upgrades to existing facilities.
Calspan plays a key role in contributing to the advancement of hypersonic system development and testing leveraging decades of unique and specialized experience.
The Controls and Instrumentation Designer is responsible for responsible for design and drafting of electrical equipment, wiring, control equipment and data acquisition systems used in wind tunnel and hypersonic ground test projects. This is a diverse role that includes working closely with engineering to release predominantly custom one-off equipment and components for new tunnel...
Calspan Systems in Newport News, VA is an industry leader in the engineering and manufacture of complex aerospace hardware and prototype systems for ground test and flight applications. We have been employed in the development of nearly every domestic fixed-wing aircraft, missile, and helicopter system. We are looking for a Senior Technician to join our team. This position is responsible for instrument and assembles aerospace hardware components into complete assemblies for ground-based and flight testing.
Calspan Systems in Newport News, VA is an industry leader in the engineering and manufacture of complex aerospace hardware and prototype systems for ground test and flight applications. We have been employed in the development of nearly every domestic fixed-wing aircraft, missile, and helicopter system. We are looking for a motivated Machinist / Programmer to join our team!
Calspan ASE is the world’s number one supplier of ground-based testing solutions and expertise for the aerospace industry. Our customers get a single, experienced partner to help them efficiently validate engine and airframe performance across development, production and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO). The Controls and Instrumentation Designer is responsible for responsible for design and drafting of electrical equipment, wiring, control equipment and data acquisition systems used in wind tunnel and hypersonic ground test projects. This is a diverse role that includes working closely with engineering to release predominantly custom one-off equipment and components...
Calspan is the world’s number one supplier of ground-based testing solutions and expertise for the aerospace industry. Our customers get a single, experienced partner to help them efficiently validate engine and airframe performance across development, production and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO).
We are looking for a motivated Field Service Technician to join our St. Paul Team! This individual will perform on-site equipment installation, modifications, test, and repair of company equipment and supervision of sub-contractors performing tasks. Requires a...