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Flight Test Engineer, Ghost

San Clemente, CA (CTS)💼 Full-time💰 $86,000–$86,000🗓 2026-07-14 → 2026-07-31

Core

Flight test engineer evaluating software and hardware capabilities for the Ghost autonomous sUAS platform to ensure operational suitability and system integration.

Role type

Flight Test Engineer (sUAS/Defense)

Builds

Ghost autonomous sUAS platform for ISR missions

Domain

Defense / Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

flight test planning, test execution, data analysis, test instrumentation, configuration management, safety risk assessment, FAA regulations knowledge, technical problem solving

Preferred skills

Linux-based OS, GitHub, bash, command line, Group 1/2 rotary systems, Ardupilot firmware, DoD programs, remote operations, Test Pilot School experience

Technologies

Linux, GitHub, CircleCI, bash, ssh, Ardupilot

Responsibilities

Plan and execute flight test campaigns, manage test assets and inventory, generate test reports and metrics, conduct safety reviews, interface with engineering teams, characterize test issues

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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