Attachment_5_Strategic_Technical_ _Development_Guidebook.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND

RADM WILLIAM A. MOFFETT BUILDING

47123 BUSE ROAD. BLOG 2272

PATUXENT RIVER. MARYLAND 20670-1547

8 Aug 07

MEMORANDUM

From To:

Director, Flight Test Engineering (AIR-5.1) Distribution

Subj: STRATEGIC TECHNICAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT GUillEBOOK

FOR AIR-5.1 FLIGHT TEST ENGINEERS

Ref: (a) Director, Flight Test Engineering (AIR-5.1) memo 3540 of Mar 07

Encl: (I) Strategic Technical and Professional Development Guidebook for AIR-5.1 Flight Test Engineers Version 1.2, of August 2007

1. This memorandum supersedes reference (a). An appropriately skilled workforce is integral to fulfilling the commitments we have made to the warfighter and our sponsors. The enclosed guide was prepared to assist supervisors and employees in planning training and developmental assignments for the flight test engineering discipline. This documentation of the core skill sets desired for ~ flight test engineers, associated potential training resources, and process for assessing progress will provide a consistent methodology for individual development and skill set expectations. It is also intended to be used as a complementary document to other development opportunities such as the Engineer and Scientist Development Program, the Navy Leadership Development Program, and others.

2. This latest version of the guidebook expands the earlier version with infonnation applying to individual technical specialties and includes a more extensive Knowledge Resource Library. Use of this guidebook is required for all first level supervisors of engineers and scientists directly engaged in flight testing of aircraft systems and weapons. Additionally, feedback from senior engineers, team leaders, and chief test engineers to the branch head during the individual assessments of the demonstrated knowledge, abilities and skills (KAS's) will enhance opportunities for development and further consistency of interpretation of each KAS across the department.

3. The Training Committee encourages and expects your feedback so that the guidebook can evolve into a more useful and valuable resource.

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Strategic Technical and Professional Development

Guidebook for

AIR 5.1

Flight Test Engineers

Version 1.2

August 2007

Table of Contents

Background 3 Purpose 3 Scope 3 Use 4 Guidebook Evolution 6

KSA Tables Appendix A 7

KSAs Expected of all

5.1 Flight Test Engineers Table A-1 7

5.1.2.1 Battlespace Systems Integration Flight Test Engineers Table A-2 20

5.1.2.2 Identification Flight Test Engineers Table A-3 22

5.1.2.3 Communications Flight Test Engineers Table A-4 23

5.1.2.4 Systems Integration Technology Flight Test Engineers Table A-5 28

5.1.2.5 Electronic Warfare Flight Test Engineers Table A-6 29

5.1.2.6 Mission Computer / Controls & Displays /

Software Flight Test Engineers Table A-7 31

5.1.2.7 Electro-Optics / Radar Flight Test Engineers Table A-8 32

5.1.2.8 Navigation Flight Test Engineers Table A-9 33

5.1.2.9 Acoustics Flight Test Engineers Table A-10 35

5.1.2.10 – 5.1.2.13 Weapons Division Mission Systems Flight Test Engineers Table A-11 39

5.1.6.1 – 5.1.6.4 Aeromechanics Flight Test Engineers Table A-12 45

5.1.6.5 – 5.1.6.9 Air Vehicle Stores Compatibility

Flight Test Engineers Table A-13 50

5.1.6.9 Ballistics and Weapons Employment Data Engineers Table A-14 52

5.1.6.10 Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems

Flight Test Engineers Table A-15 55

5.1.6.11 Rotary Wing Ship Suitability Flight Test Engineers Table A-16 59

5.1.6.12 Fixed Wing Ship Suitability Flight Test Engineers Table A-17 63

5.1.6.13 – 5.1.6.15 Propulsion and Mechanical Systems Flight Test Engineers Table A-18 67

5.1.8 Weapons Evaluation Flight Test Engineers Table A-19 71

Flight Test Engineering Knowledge Resource Library Appendix B 75

Senior T&E Engineer / Chief Test Engineer Feedback Form for Flight Test Engineering Skills Appendix C 83

1.0 BACKGROUND

1.1 In recent years, several attempts have been undertaken to develop effective training plans for flight test engineers. These attempts examined available training opportunities (briefings, short courses, college courses, long courses), with the intent of developing a curriculum from which flight test engineers and their supervisors could choose appropriate learning opportunities. The typical result was a long list of courses that didn’t meet the needs of every engineer and far exceeded the time and funding available.

1.2 During the early stages of this guidebook development effort, alternate approaches were examined and considered. It was determined that a more effective approach would be to first identify the characteristics and skill sets of fully competent flight test engineers and then identify appropriate methods to develop, where needed, those characteristics and skill sets.

1.3 This latest version of the guidebook expands the earlier version with information applying to individual technical specialties and includes a more extensive Knowledge Resource Library.

2.0 PURPOSE

2.1 This guidebook intends to facilitate the improvement of AIR-5.1 flight test engineers’ skill sets by:

2.1.1 Defining the general and branch-specific knowledge, abilities and skills necessary for a “full-up” flight test engineer to plan and execute safe and efficient flight tests;

2.1.2 Identifying potential sources of training and experience to develop necessary knowledge, abilities and skills; and,

2.1.3 Providing a means to document for each flight test engineer, the knowledge, abilities and skills he/she currently possesses and has demonstrated, and thereby providing to the engineer a readily accessible list of knowledge, abilities and skills he/she should strive to acquire in the future.

3.0 SCOPE

3.1 For the purposes of this guidebook, a flight test engineer is one who plans and executes flight tests and installed system ground tests; reduces and analyzes the data collected during those tests, and reports the test results. The information contained applies to all AIR-5.1 flight test engineers. This guide is the first to be developed because flight test engineers make up the single largest group of civilian employees within the department. It is planned that similar training guides will be developed for other job categories within AIR-5.1.

4.0 USE

4.1 Flight test engineers and their supervisors should use this guidebook as a working document to develop each engineer’s technical and professional abilities and to enhance career progression opportunities. The tables in Appendix A present the technical knowledge, abilities and skills (KASs) that are required for flight test engineers to effectively plan and execute safe and efficient flight tests. These KASs are primarily technical in nature; they do not include all the acquisition and leadership knowledge and skills provided by other programs. To ensure all aspects of career growth are explored, this guide should be used in conjunction with other NAVAIR career development guidance, such as the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) program, the Engineer and Scientist Development Program (ESDP), the Career Development Office (CDO) web site, and the Navy Leadership Development Program (NLDP).

4.2 Appendix A covers those aspects of flight test with which every journey-level flight test engineer should strive to be knowledgeable and proficient. Table A-1 includes the core KASs that apply to all flight test engineers. Tables A-2 through A-19 include more specialized KASs, grouped by technical discipline that apply to and are required of flight test engineers working in each of those specific technical disciplines.

4.3 Appendix B presents a list of technical information resources related to flight test engineering. The list captures available resources in textbook, briefing, short course or web format. Users are encouraged to submit additions to this list so that it will become more useful to all.

4.4 Appendix C presents a feedback form for use by Senior T&E Engineers and Chief

Test Engineers as a means to facilitate the communication of KAS progress from the Senior T&E Engineers and CTEs to supervisors.

4.5 Within the context of this guidebook and for its intended purpose and use, the terms knowledge, ability and skill are defined as follows:

4.5.1 Knowledge refers to basic familiarity and understanding of a body of factual or procedural information. Knowledge of the body of information allows that information to be directly applied to the performance of a function. It implies the first step toward ability and skill development.

4.5.2 Ability implies the capability to perform a moderately difficult or moderately complex task. It follows the attainment of knowledge and is the next step to becoming skilled at that task.

4.5.3 Skill implies the capability to perform a complex and difficult task. It implies experience and expertise at that task.

4.6 The flight test engineer should focus on attaining and demonstrating knowledge, ability and skill in that order: first, acquire the knowledge of a process or procedure;

second, develop the ability to perform a task using the knowledge of the related processes and procedures; and finally, develop the skill to perform more complex tasks. Progression from knowledge to ability to skill will not occur quickly or easily.

This is a long-term development guide, intended for use throughout the career of a flight test engineer. AIR-5.1 recognizes that most flight test engineers will not acquire every KAS. It is recognized, for instance, that those flight test engineers who, by nature of their assignments, do not plan and execute highly complex or high risk tests, may not have the opportunity to develop and demonstrate some of the skills listed in Appendix A.

4.7 The KASs contained in Appendix A are not identified with a specific GS level or with years of experience. This guide provides no plateaus, levels of knowledge, or specific levels of advancement. It does provide, however, a continuum of technical and professional development through which each flight test engineer should strive to advance. The guide refers to no specific aircraft or air vehicle type. Engineers are encouraged to expand their knowledge beyond a single type of air vehicle. Doing so not only helps NAVAIR and the department through sharing of learned experiences across platforms, but broader experiences and networking open more doors for career opportunities.

4.8 Users will note that the Potential Training Methods shown in Appendix A place much emphasis on experience and on-the-job training (OJT). Although much can be learned from formal training courses, the many day-to-day events experienced by those involved with planning and executing flight tests provide a wealth of knowledge and develop abilities and skills far beyond those that can be gained in a classroom environment. The Potential Training Methods are numerically ranked in priority order; however, the ranking is suggestive only. The knowledge, abilities and skills can be acquired in any practical way.

4.9 When the flight test engineer feels that he/she has attained one of the KASs, he/she should initial and date that KAS. He/she should then periodically request his/her supervisor review the list. The supervisor shall solicit and obtain feedback from appropriate team leaders, senior T&E engineers and chief test engineers. When the supervisor has received appropriate feedback and feels that KASs have been adequately demonstrated, he should then initial and date those KASs.

4.10 The supervisor should keep a copy of the guidebook for each subordinate engineer.

The guidebook and progress in acquiring and demonstrating KASs should be reviewed with the engineer at least annually and whenever the engineer is assigned to a new platform team or to a new supervisor. The guidebook should be used to select future assignments and training opportunities and to continuously evaluate the effectiveness of training, both formal and OJT.

4.11 The information contained within a filled-out KAS matrix is personnel-sensitive data. Therefore, only two copies of the KAS matrix should exist for every flight test engineer, one belonging to the engineer and one for his/her supervisor. The supervisor should safeguard his/her copies as he/she would any other personnel data.

5.0 GUIDEBOOK EVOLUTION

5.1 This guidebook is a living document, which will evolve with changes in the organization, training methods, references and other pertinent information. The guide’s primary focus is for the betterment of the employee, utilizing the most efficient means with minimum impact to current productivity and fleet support. It maximizes the opportunities for the employee to enhance knowledge, ability and skill; thereby improving job performance, achieving higher job satisfaction, and gaining self confidence. A secondary focus is to provide a common, structured reference to management, human resources, and the workforce to better focus development and identify individual shortfalls requiring improvement to ultimately build and maintain a quality workforce in the most efficient, cost effective, and positive means.

Table A-1 Knowledge, Abilities and Skills (KASs)

Expected of all 5.1 Flight Test Engineers

KASs

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General Knowledge, Abilities & Skills 1 Knowledge & understanding of the DOD

Acquisition Process, including the relationships of CT, DT and OT, and their role in the overall process.

2 1 2 2 2 2

2 Knowledge & understanding of the 5.1 ISEET department org structure and roles & responsibilities to the branch level and the 5.0 Test & Evaluation Group org structure and roles & responsibilities to the department level.

2 1 1 2

3 Knowledge & understanding of the NAVAIR organizational structure (Competency to competency, competency to team, PMAs, PEOs).

2 1 1 1

4 Knowledge & understanding of the NAVAIR major test sites' (Pax, China Lake, Pt. Mugu, Lakehurst) capabilities, roles, relationships and networking.

2 1 2 2

5 Knowledge & understanding of the roles, responsibilities and relationships of the integrated test team (ITT) to the integrated program team (IPT).

2 1 1 2 1

6 Knowledge & understanding of the functions of key engineering competencies interfacing with Test & Evaluation.

1 2 2 2

7 Knowledge of the Fleet community for the platform under test; e.g., VF squadrons, their primary and alternate missions and their typical use of the airplane to accomplish those missions.

1 2 1

8 Knowledge of the Officer / Enlisted / Civilian rank structure and relationships. 1 2 2 1 2 1

9 Knowledge & understanding of the test engineer / project officer / project aircrewman relationships and roles.

2 1 1 2 2

10 Knowledge & understanding of appropriate civil service perosnnel interfaces and interaction with contractor personnel (OEM, CSS & subs), roles and responsibilities of contractor personnel, and how they relate to and provide support to IPTs & ITTs.

1 2 2 2

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APPENDIX A7

Expected of all 5.1 Flight Test Engineers

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General Knowledge, Abilities & Skills (cont'd) 11 Basic knowledge of ship-based Naval aviation and the influences of the maritime environment on the design of ship-based aircraft and systems.

2 1 2 2 1

12 Skill & ability in conflict resolution between team members, between the team and competencies and between the ITT and the

IPT.

1 1 1 2 2

13 Skill & ability in inter-personal communication (oral & written). 1 2 2 2 3

14 Skill & ability in time and workload management. 1 1 2 3

15 Knowledge & understanding of the Naval Aviation Safety Program. 2 1 2 1

16 Knowledge & understanding of flight line and hangar safety and etiquette. 2 1 1

17 Knowledge & understanding of processes and approvals required to fly in and get aboard aircraft with engines running.

2 1 2 2 1 1 2

18 Basic knowledge of security processes & procedures. 3 2 2 2 1 1

19 Basic knowledge of the processes used to locate and research technical information; e.g., technical library, MyNAVAIR, DTIC, NATEC, USNTPS, etc.

1 1 1 2

20 Knowledge & understanding of the Lessons Learned database, ability to apply lessons learned (Note: this database is in development. When the database is complete, this KAS will be activated).

2 1 2

APPENDIX A8

Expected of all 5.1 Flight Test Engineers

KASs

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Planning the Test 1 Knowledge & understanding of the NAVAIR test plan instruction, NAVAIRINST 3960.4B, and all of its contents, including but not limited to test plans, amendments, and support plans;

approval via Technical & Risk Assessment (TRA) and Executive Review Board (ERB);

project planning memoranda; duties & responsibilities; test hazard analyses; fire breaks; hazard patterns; environmental analyses; risk category development; test report deliverable plan; and OPSEC requirements.

1 2 2 2 2 2 1

2 Skill & ability to properly produce a Project Planning Memorandum. 1 2 1 1 2 2

3 Ability to design an appropriate test; produce a NAVAIR test plan and subsequent amendments; and present & obtain approval of that test plan through a TTR, TRA and ERB for a relatively simple or low-risk (Cat A or B) test project.

1 2 2 2 2 2

4 Skill to design an appropriate test; produce a NAVAIR test plan and subsequent amendments; and present & obtain approval of that test plan through a TTR, TRA and ERB for a highly complex, integrated system or high-risk (Cat C) test project.

5 Knowledge & understanding of Operational Risk Management (ORM) principles and practices.

2 1 2 2 2 2 2 1 1

6 Ability to create a comprehensive test hazard analysis for a relatively simple, low-risk project. 1 2 2 2 2 2

7 Skill to create a comprehensive test hazard analysis for a highly complex, high-risk project. 1 2 2 2

APPENDIX A9

Expected of all 5.1 Flight Test Engineers

KASs

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Planning the Test (cont'd) 8 Knowledge & understanding of applicable requirements documents, such as the Capability Development Document (CDD) and Capability Production Document (CPD) and understanding that the test must be planned and designed so that results are relatable to CDD & CPD requirements. Note: CDD & CPD were formerly the Operational Requirements Document (ORD).

2 1 2 2 1 1

9 Knowledge & understanding of the applicable Test & Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), its use and how it drives test requirements.

1 2 2 2 2 2

10 Knowledge & understanding of mission relation and the requirement to relate every test to the mission of the aircraft and its systems.

1 2 2 1

11 Knowledge & understanding of the integration of OT requirements and personnel into the DT test phase(s).

1 2 2 2 2 2

12 Knowledge & understanding of the flight clearance instruction, NAVAIRINST 13034.1B. 1 1 2 2 1 1

13 Ability to properly produce a relatively simple flight clearance request. 1 2 2 2 2

14 Skill to properly produce a highly complex flight clearance request for a multi-disciplined project.

1 2 2

15 Ability to properly interpret a relatively simple flight clearance, including the critical limits and overshoot tolerances if applicable.

1 2 2 2 2

16 Skill to properly interpret a highly complex flight clearance, especially one including complex critical limits and overshoot tolerances.

1 2 2 2

17 Knowledge of the processes for defining instrumentation / data systems requirements. 1 2 2

18 Knowledge of cost estimating procedures. 1 1 2 1 1

APPENDIX A10

Expected of all 5.1 Flight Test Engineers

KASs

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Planning the Test (cont'd) 19 Skill & ability in generating a complete project cost estimate. 1 2 2

20 Skill & ability in generating a complete project schedule. 1 1 2 2 2 2

21 Skill & ability to negotiate with sponsors, platform coordinators and program offices for funding, tasking, asset allocation and resources.

1 2 2 2

22 Skill & ability to combine test efforts with other test teams to minimize number of test events and maximize objectives evaluated per test event.

1 2 2 2

APPENDIX A11

Expected of all 5.1 Flight Test Engineers

KASs

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Preparing for the Test 1 Knowledge of the air vehicle being tested. 1 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 Knowledge of the air vehicle's essential systems. 1 2 2 2 1 2 2

3 Knowledge & understanding of the integration and interaction of systems on the air vehicle being tested.

1 2 2 2 1 2 2 2

4 Knowledge & understanding of how the system being tested interfaces with the overall weapon system and how it fits into the overall mission of the air vehicle.

1 2 2 1 1 2 2 2

5 Knowledge & understanding of applicable system design limitations and trade-offs so that a mission-relatable test scenario can be designed to accurately measure system performance under operationally representative conditions.

1 2 2 2 1

6 Basic knowledge & understanding of the air vehicle flight control system. 1 2 2 2 1 1 2

7 Basic knowledge & understanding of the air vehicle mission computer system and data busses (MIL-STD-1553, ARINC-429, etc.).

1 2 2 2 2 2 2

8 Basic knowledge & understanding of air vehicle software, including development and qualification processes, system redundancy, and fault/failure detection & accommodation methods, and configuration control processes.

1 2 2 2 1 2 2

9 Basic knowledge & understanding of the air vehicle / store integration and weapons control system.

1 2 2 2 1 2 2

10 Basic knowledge & understanding of the air vehicle propulsion and power system (including engine, propeller, rotor system, gearboxes, fuel, hydraulic, electric, etc.).

1 2 2 2 1 2 2

11 Basic knowledge & understanding of the air vehicle air crew system, including escape and protection systems.

1 2 2 2 1 2 2

12 Knowledge & understanding of air vehicle air data system operation and its susceptibilities to mold line changes.

1 2 2 2 1 2 2 2

APPENDIX A12

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Preparing for the Test (cont'd) 13 Basic understanding of airspeed (KIAS, KCAS, KEAS, KTAS, KGS) and Mach. 1 2 2 2 1 2 1

14 Basic understanding of aircraft attitude and flight mechanics terminology (pitch angle vs.

angle of attack vs. flight path angle, heading

vs. track, heading vs. bearing, yaw angle vs.

sideslip, Nz vs. NzW, Nzref, etc.).

1 2 2 2 1 2 1

15 Knowledge & understanding of the NATOPS section on aircraft limitations and the reasons for those limits.

1 2 2 2 1 2 1 2

16 Knowledge & understanding of NATIP limitations on aircraft / store combinations and the reasons for those limits (NATIP is replacing

TACMAN).

1 2 2 2 1 2 2 2

17 Knowledge & understanding of the NATOPS emergency procedures for the air vehicle being tested.

1 2 3 2 1 2 1 2

18 Knowledge & understanding of the supplemental restrictions, such as Op Limits (or equivalent).

1 2 3 1 1 2 1 2

19 Basic knowledge of aircraft performance capability and its envelope. 1 2 2 1 2

20 Knowledge & understanding of air vehicle configuration control procedures. 1 1 2 2 2

21 Knowledge & understanding of the pink sheet process, Policy, Procedures and Responsibilities for Modification and Configuration Control of Air Vehicles, Air Vehicle Stores and Air Vehicle Installed Systems for Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, NAVAIRINST 13050.6.

1 2 2 2 1

22 Knowledge & understanding of aircraft weight & balance and inventory processes and mass properties characteristics.

1 1 2 2 2

23 Knowledge & understanding of the Project Liaison Office (PLO) interface and PLO's duties.

1 1 2 2

APPENDIX A13

Expected of all 5.1 Flight Test Engineers

KASs

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Preparing for the Test (cont'd) 24 Knowledge & understanding of Maintenance

Control operations and their processes for releasing an aircraft for flight.

1 2 2 2 2

25 Knowledge & understanding of "A Guide to Getting Things on Air Vehicles." 1 2 2 2 1

26 Knowledge & understanding of cockpit arrangement, key terminology and safety issues (Seat check recommended).

1 2 2 2 1 2

27 Knowledge & understanding of aircraft operating and restricted areas and rules of operation therein.

1 1 2 2 1 2

28 Knowledge & understanding of simulation, its relationship to flight test, its limitations, and how it is used to practice test maneuvers and predict test results.

1 2 2 2 2 1

29 Skill & ability to utilize simulation, when appropriate, to predict test results, to practice test maneuvers and communication procedures, and to fine tune buildup procedures.

1 2 2 2 1

30 Knowledge & understanding of the squadron's pre-mishap plan; mishap procedures, response and responsibilities; and mishap investigation vs. JAG investigation.

1 2 2 2 2

31 Knowledge & understanding of the flight scheduling processes and procedures, including airspace, frequency allocation, chase aircraft requirements and usage, Search and Rescue (SAR) requirements and usage, and SAR conditions (helo vs. boat, etc.).

1 2 2 2 2 3

32 Knowledge & understanding of refueling methods (cold, hot, HIFR, aerial) and processes and scheduling procedures.

1 2 2 2 2

APPENDIX A14

Expected of all 5.1 Flight Test Engineers

KASs

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Preparing for the Test (cont'd) 33 Basic knowledge of ground test facilities

(ACETEF, ATEF, CALA, TC-7, Mk7, center field run pad, tethered hover pad, sloped landing area, ADS-33 course, VTOL pit, etc.), their uses, capabilities and scheduling processes.

1 1 2 2 2 2

34 Knowledge & understanding of Squadron and Wing Standard Operation Procedures (SOP). 1 2 2 2 1 2 1

35 Knowledge & understanding of the operations and functions of the Squadron Operations Department.

1 1 2 2 1

36 Knowledge of and familiarity with TECT notes. 1 1 2 2 2 3 1 37 Knowledge of test instrumentation system and data acquisition systems methods, capabilities and operation (temperature, flow & pressure sensors; accelerometers, strain gages, multiplex bus, etc.).

1 1 2 2 2 1 2

38 Knowledge & understanding of data display requirements and the test monitoring and control facility coordination, setup and use.

1 1 2 2 1

39 Knowledge & understanding of data systems limitations and how those limitations affect the system's performance and the measured data (accuracy vs. precision, bandwidth, sampling methods, aliasing, latency, filtering and attenuation, calibration ranges & procedures).

1 1 2 2 1 2

40 Knowledge & understanding of safety of flight (SOF), safety of test (SOT) and data critical parameters and requirements related thereto.

1 1 2 2 2 1 2

41 Knowledge & understanding of the scope and general methods of Platform Specific Electro- Magnetic Compatibility system tests.

1 2 2 3

APPENDIX A15

Expected of all 5.1 Flight Test Engineers

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Fo rm al tr ai ni ng c ou rs e

Signoff & Date

Potential Training Method(s)

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Executing the Test 1 Ability to manage all technical and financial aspects of a relatively simple, low-risk project and coordinate and execute with all necessary support activities required for project completion.

1 2 2 2 2 2

2 Skill to manage all technical and financial aspects of a highly complex, high-risk project and coordinate and execute with all necessary support activities required for project completion.

3 Knowledge of test card preparation procedures (& approval if applicable). 1 2 2 2 1

4 Ability to properly produce a set of test cards for a relatively simple, low risk (Cat A or B) project.

1 2 2 2 1

5 Skill to properly produce a set of test cards for a highly complex, multi-disciplined, high risk (Cat C) project.

1 2 2 1

6 Knowledge & understanding of proper test point setup, sequencing and pacing; and proper test buildup to critical conditions.

1 2 2 2 1 2

7 Ability to properly setup, sequence and pace test points and to include appropriate test point buildup and appropriate knock-it-off and continuation criteria for a relatively simple, low risk (Cat A or B) project.

1 2 2 2 1

8 Skill to properly setup, sequence and pace test points and to include appropriate knock-it-off and continuation criteria for a highly complex, multi-disciplined, high risk (Cat C) project.

1 2 2 1

9 Knowledge & understanding of weather information and its sources. 1 1 2 2 1 1

10 Knowledge of test flight briefing and debriefing procedures. 1 1 2 2 1 2

11 Ability to properly brief and debrief a relatively simple, low-risk (Cat A or B) test flight. 1 2 3 2 1

APPENDIX A16

Expected of all 5.1 Flight Test Engineers

KASs

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Fo rm al tr ai ni ng c ou rs e

Signoff & Date

Potential Training Method(s)

Ex pe rie nc e fin gs b y

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Executing the Test (cont'd) 12 Skill to properly brief and debrief a highly complex, multi-disciplined, high risk (Cat C) test flight.

1 3 2 1

13 Knowledge of radio communication technique & terminology. 1 1 2 2 1 2

14 Ability to properly execute radio communication for a relatively simple, low-risk (Cat A or B) project.

1 2 2 2 1 2

15 Skill to properly execute radio communication for a highly complex, multi-disciplined, high risk (Cat C) project.

16 Knowledge of control room procedures, responsibilities and discipline. 1 2 2 2 2

17 Ability to properly perform control room procedures and responsibilities, while maintaining control room discipline for a relatively simple, low-risk (Cat A or B) project.

1 2 2 2 2

18 Skill to properly perform control room procedures and responsibilities, while maintaining control room discipline for a highly complex, multi-disciplined, high risk (Cat C) project.

19 Knowledge of range capabilities, control and safety procedures. 1 1 2 2 2

20 Knowledge of test flight conduct and procedures, including crew resource management principles.

1 1 2 2 2 1

21 Ability to properly conduct a test flight, including leading the engineering test team, utilizing crew resource management principles, maintaining proper situational awareness, properly monitoring of data, proper monitoring of critical limits, reinforcing and utilizing the go/no-go and no-vote concepts and making prompt & clear abort & knock-it-off calls for a relatively simple, low-risk (Cat A or B) project.

1 2 2 2

APPENDIX A17

Expected of all 5.1 Flight Test Engineers

KASs

Se lf

(R ev ie w

Su pe rv is or (A pp ro va l)

Fo rm al tr ai ni ng c ou rs e

Signoff & Date

Potential Training Method(s)

Ex pe rie nc e fin gs b y

Sr . E ng rs

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Executing the Test (cont'd) 22 Skill to properly conduct a test flight, including leading the engineering test team, utilizing crew resource management principles, maintaining proper situational awareness, properly monitoring of data, proper monitoring of critical limits, reinforcing and utilizing the go/no-go and no-vote concepts and making prompt & clear abort & knock-it-off calls for a highly complex, multi-disciplined, high risk (Cat C) project.

23 Knowledge & understanding of test data, including its use and review during test execution, after the test, and prior to the next test.

1 2 2 2 2

APPENDIX A18

Expected of all 5.1 Flight Test Engineers

KASs

Se lf

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Fo rm al tr ai ni ng c ou rs e

Signoff & Date

Potential Training Method(s)

Ex pe rie nc e fin gs b y

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Reporting Test Results 1 Ability to reduce, organize, analyze and present test data for a relatively simple and/or short duration test.

1 1 2 2 2 2

2 Skill to reduce, organize, analyze and present test data for a highly complex and/or long duration test.

1 2 2 2

3 Knowledge & understanding of the RDT&E Reports Handbook and Report Policy instruction, NAVAIRWARCENACDIVINST 5214.1A.

1 1 2 2 2 1

4 Knowledge & understanding of team-level informal deficiency tracking, the formal Watch Item and Deficiency Report (Yellow Sheet) process, and the software anomaly report (SAR) process.

1 1 2 2 3 2

5 Knowledge & understanding of the Developmental Test / Operational Test Transition Report instruction, NAVAIRWARCENACDIVINST 5213.1.

1 2 2 2 2 2

6 Ability to use good grammar and properly produce a well-structured and coherent Report of Test Results, Deficiency Report or other technical document for a relatively simple test project.

1 2 2 2 2 2 2

7 Skill to use good grammar and properly produce a well-structured and coherent Report of Test Results, Deficiency Report or other technical document for a highly complex, multi-disciplined test project.

1 2 2 3 2

8 Skill & ability in oral presentation to independently prepare and present a coherent brief of test results for a flight test project.

1 2 2 2 2 1 2 2

9 Skill & ability in relating test results to the requirements of the TEMP, CDD and CPD and to the mission of the aircraft or weapon and its systems.

1 2 2 1

10 Knowledge & understanding of public releasability, disclosure and distribution of test results.

1 1 2

APPENDIX A19

Table A-2 Knowledge, Abilities and Skills Expected of

All 5.1.2.1 Battlespace Systems Integration Flight Test Engineers KASs

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1 Knowledge and understanding of Mission Systems roles and responsibilities.

1 2 2

2 Knowledge and understanding of miltary operations to include joint cpabiliites and theater-specific operations.

1 2 2

3 Knowledge and understanding of network-centric operations. 1 2

4 Knowledge and understanding of the principles of mission systems lab, ground and flight test.

1 2 2 2

5 Skill and ability to properly manage and execute a Mission Systems test program.

1 2 2 2 2

6 Knowledge and ability to understand the worth of information sharing, collaboration, and communication.

7 Knowledge and understanding of mission systems hardware integration into the air vehicle.

1 1 2 2

8 Knowledge and understanding of mission systems software integration. 1 2 2 2

9 Knowledge and understanding of the mission specific requirements for the platform under test.

1 1 2 3 3 3

10 Skill and ability to communicate across the multiple competencies within ISEET on technical mattters.

1 3 2 3 3

11 Ability to form a test team that consists of the proper mix of competencies to support the project at hand.

1 2 2 2

12 Skills and ability to support the development of a test program schedule for Mission Systems.

1 2 1 2

13 Knowledge and understanding of network integration. 1 2 2 2

14 Skill and ability to bring together capabilities in a mission systems infrastructure.

1 1 2

15 Knowledge and understand of the processes used in information sharing. 1 1 2

Ex pe rie nc e fin gs b y

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Potential Training Method(s)

Fo rm al R ea di ng A ss ig nm

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Fo rm al tr ai ni ng c ou rs e

Signoffs & Date

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APPENDIX A20

Table A-2

All 5.1.2.1 Battlespace Systems Integration Flight Test Engineers KASs

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Ex pe rie nc e fin gs b y

Sr . E ng rs

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Potential Training Method(s)

Fo rm al R ea di ng A ss ig nm

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Fo rm al tr ai ni ng c ou rs e

Signoffs & Date

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16 Knowledge and understanding of the challenges of integrating numerous systems.

1 2 2 3

17 Knowledge and understanding of hardware integration tests. 1 2 2

18 Knowledge and understanding of software integration tests. 1 2 2

19 Skill and ability to utilize information technology. 1 2 2

20 Knowledge and understanding of the integration and interaction of systems on the platform being tested.

1 2 2 3 3 2

21 Knowledge and understanding of how a system under test interfaces with the overall weapon system and how it fits into the mission requirements of the platform.

1 2 2 3 3 2

22 Knowledge and understanding of how the mission systems hardware and software intefaces with the air vehicle systems.

1 2 2 3 3 2

23 Knowledge and understanding of the Mission Systems test methods and procedures.

1 2 1 2

24 Knowledge and understanding the Mission Systems simulation and stimulation test methods and procedures.

1 2 1 2

APPENDIX A21

Table A-3 Knowledge, Abilities and Skills Expected of All

5.1.2.2 Identification Flight Test Engineers

KASs

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1 Knowledge and understanding of basic IFF theory of operation. 2 1 2 2 1

2 Knowledge and understanding of IFF ramp test equipment. 1 2 3

3 Knowledge and understanding of IFF laboratory test equipment. 1 2 3

4 Knowledge and understanding of NIFFTE operation. 1 2

5 Knowledge and understanding of basic transponder test flight profiles and principles.

1 2 2

6 Knowledge and understanding of basic interrogator testing concepts. 1 2 2

7 Knowledge and understanding of IFF Mode S. 2 1 2 2 1

8 Knowledge and understanding of IFF Mode 5. 2 1 2 1

9 Knowledge and understanding of collision avoidance systems. 2 1 2 2 1

10 Knowledge and understanding of the AIMS certificatin process. 2 1 2

11 Knowledge and understanding of operational IFF use. 2 1

12 Ability to plan and execute a transponder flight test program. 1 2 2 2 3

13 Ability to independently operate NIFFTE lab. 1 2

14 Skill & ability to plan and execute identification systems test in a laboratory. 1 2

15 Ability to plan and execute a collision avoidance test program. 1 2 2 2 3

16 Skill to plan and execute an IFF anti-jam test for Modes 1-4. 1 2

17 Skill to plan and execute an IFF anti-jam test for Mode 5. 1 2

18 Skill to plan and execute an interrogator system flight test. 1 2 2 2 3

19 Skill to fully analyze interrogator and transponder data from a test flight. 1 2

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APPENDIX A22

Table A-4

5.1.2.3 Communications Flight Test Engineers

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1 Skill & ability to properly plan and execute a communications test project, including developing and gaining approval of the test plan related to the project.

1 1 3 3

2 Knowledge & understanding of RF theories relative to two-way communication systems.

1 2 2 2 2

3 Knowledge & understanding of Link-4A and Link-11 datalink theories and architecture.

1 1 2 2

4 Knowledge & understanding of test techniques used in communication radios evaluation.

1 1 2 3

5 Knowledge & understanding of jamming/anti-jam techniques. 1 2 2 2 2

6 Knowledge & understanding of counter-measure and counter-counter-measure techniques.

1 2 2 2 2

7 Knowledge & understanding of

SINCGARS, HAVEQUICK, ECM, ECCM,

SATCOM communication equipment.

1 2 2 3 2 2

8 Skill and abillity to execute a project involving SINGARS, HAVEQUICK, ECM, ECCM , SATCOM communication equipment.

1 2 2 3

9 Knowledge & understanding of cryptographic equipment as user or Local element.

1 1 2

10 Skill, capability & ability to operate cryptographic equipment as user or local element.

1 1 2

11 Knowledge & understanding of receiver/transmitter characteristics, including but not limited to receiver sensitivity, signal-to-noice ratio, AM/FM modulation, squelch, transmitter power.

1 1 1 3

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Potential Training Method(s)

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APPENDIX A23

5.1.2.3 Communications Flight Test Engineers

KASs

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Potential Training Method(s)

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12 Skill & ability to operate test equipment to measure and collect receiver/transmitter characteristics, including but not limited to receiver sensitivity, signal-to-noice ratio, AM/FM modulation, squelch, transmitter power.

1 1 2

13 Skill & ability to conduct a single frequency, ECCM, or SATCOM test project.

1 2 2 2

14 Skill and ability to monitor and direct a test event from the Communications lab. 1 2 2 2

15 Skill & ability to measure and collect antenna VSWR, power output, and line loss performance data using state-of-the-art equipment.

1 2 2 2

16 Skill & ability to operate automated hardware and software to measure and collect receiver and transmitter characteristics data.

1 2 2 2

17 Skill & ability to coordinate with various facilities to measure and collect communication ground performance data onboard an aircraft.

1 2 2 2

18 Skill & ability to analyze and troubleshoot communications performance data. 1 2 2 2

19 Knowledge & understanding of frequency allocation and clearance processes. 1 2 2 2

20 Knowledge & understanding of communication interfaces, including ICS, 1553 Bus, crypto devices, command/controls/displays.

1 2 2 3 2

21 Knowledge and understanding of Data protocols relative to receiving and transmitting text and image files.

1 1 2 2

22 Skill & ability to operate interface devices relative to receiving and transmitting text and image files from a laboratory environment or an aircraft.

1 1 2 2

APPENDIX A24

5.1.2.3 Communications Flight Test Engineers

KASs

Se lf

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Su pe rv is or (A pp ro va l)

B rie fin gs b y

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Potential Training Method(s)

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23 Knowledge & understanding of EMC, EMV, and TEMPEST test techniques used in evaluation of communication systems.

1 1 2 2

24 Skill & ability to properly plan and execute an antenna test project, including developing and gaining approval of the test plan related to the project.

1 2 1 2

25 Knowledge & understanding of test techniques used in antenna evaluation. 1 2 1 2

26 Skill & ability to conduct a single frequency as well as multiple frequency test project.

1 2 2 2

27 Knowledge & understanding of antenna performance theories relative to frequency bands.

1 2 2 2 2 3

28 Knowledge & understanding of vertical and horizontal polarization relative to antenna performance.

1 2 2 3 2 2

29 Knowledge & understanding of multipath effect relative to antenna performance. 1 2 2 3 2 2

30 Knowledge & understanding of antenna performance theories relative to rotary and fixed wing aircraft.

1 2 1 3 2

31 Skill & ability to measure conductivity and permissivity characteristics of the test area.

1 1 2

32 Skill & ability to analyze and troubleshoot antenna performance data. 1 2 1 2

33 Skill and ability to monitor and direct a test event from the ATLAS lab. 1 2 1 2

34 Skill & ability to properly plan and execute a Link-16 test project, including developing and gaining approval of the test plan related to the project.

1 3 1 2 3 3

35 Knowledge & understanding of test techniques used in datalink evaluation. 1 2 2 2 3

36 Skill & ability to operate JMPS to verify accuracy of a Link-16 network load. 1 2 2 2

APPENDIX A25

5.1.2.3 Communications Flight Test Engineers

KASs

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Potential Training Method(s)

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37 Knowledge & understanding of Link-16 Network design and architecture, messages, message content and standards.

1 2 2 3 3 3 3

38 Skill & ability to download Link-16 postflight BIT data to troubleshoot mission performance problems.

1 3 2 1

39 Knowledge & understanding of cryptographic keys and architecture. 1 3 2 3 2

40 Skill & ability to load and verify Link-16 equipment with proper crypto keys. 1 3 2 3

41 Knowledge & understanding of TDMA theories relative to datalink communications.

1 3 1 3 2

42 Knowledge & understanding of Link-16 precise positioning theories using geodetic positioning.

1 3 1 3 2

43 Knowledge & understanding of precise positioning and use in Relative Navigation.

1 3 1 3 2

44 Knowledge & understanding of net synchronization. 1 3 1 3 2

45 Knowledge & understanding of INS and GPS aiding relative to precise postioning. 1 3 1 3 3 2 3

46 Knowledge & understanding of frequency hopping relative to anti-jam characteristics.

1 3 1 3 3 2 3

47 Knowledge & understanding of time slot duty factor relative onboard and offboard interference.

1 3 1 3 3 2

48 Knowledge & understanding of blanking equipment. 1 3 1 3 3

49 Knowledge & understanding of command and control protocols, including mission commands and vectors.

1 3 1 3 3

50 Knowledge & understanding of fighter-to-fighter data exchange protocols, including donorship.

1 3 1 3 3

51 Knowledge & understanding of Surveillance data relative to ship sensors.