A professional who operates radio and associated test equipment at aircraft factory radio station to transmit and receive information during flight testing and delivery of aircraft. Responsibilities include:

• Communicates with test pilot , engineering personnel, and others during flight testing to relay information.
• Observes aircraft prior to landing or takeoff and advises plane crew of observations.
• Maintains station log and other flight test records.
• May dispatch firetrucks, emergency equipment, and personnel during test flights.
• May operate radar and specialized test equipment during flight testing or preflight checkout to assist engineers in evaluating aircraft or equipment.