Knowledge of advanced experimentation and testing philosophies and approaches that provide results to inform research activities in specialized areas such as structures, materials, airborne Systems, aerodynamics, and propulsion. Ability to develop and use specialized facilities and equipment such as wind tunnels, arc-jets, and laboratories. Includes knowledge of how to plan, conduct and interpret experimental test results to understand the interaction of test elements on the design of current and future aerospace vehicles. Also involves ability to develop, manage and enhance test processes to optimize productivity, cycle time, data quality, cost and customer satisfaction.