2026 Early Career Flight Test Engineer, Altius
Core
Flight test engineer evaluating software and hardware capabilities for the Altius autonomous UAS platform to ensure operational suitability and system integration.
Role type
Early Career Flight Test Engineer
Builds
Autonomous Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace / Autonomous Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Test planning and execution, Configuration management, Safety risk assessment, FAA Part 107 certification, FAA Part 61 ground test certification, National Airspace regulations knowledge, Security clearance eligibility
Preferred skills
Linux operating systems, Networking, Command line, Fixed wing system testing, DOD program experience
Technologies
Lattice OS, Linux, Networking tools
Responsibilities
Plan and execute flight test events, Manage test configuration and fleet assets, Generate test plans and reports, Conduct pre/post flight briefings, Operate Altius during system evaluation, Interface with engineering teams, Collect flight metrics
Seniority
Early Career, hands-on IC