Flight Test Engineer
Core
Plan and execute flight test activities for first-of-a-kind aerial systems and UAS, managing logistics, safety, and coordination from concept to flight.
Role type
Flight Test Engineer
Builds
First-of-a-kind aerial systems and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
Domain
Aerospace engineering / Defense & National Security
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Flight test planning and execution, Test instrumentation design, Test safety assessments, Data reduction (Python/MATLAB), UAS swarming/multi-vehicle control, Experimental aircraft airworthiness processes, Pilot experience (Quad/multirotor/fixed wing)
Preferred skills
Wind tunnel testing experience, Part 107 Certification
Technologies
Python, MATLAB
Responsibilities
Plan and execute local and Continental US flight test activities, Coordinate resources including scheduling range time and equipment shipment, Ensure test support equipment and instrumentation are available and operable, Champion testing best practices and ensure safe conduct of testing, Participate in data reduction and review of test data, Interface with inter-disciplinary engineering teams on novel UAS systems
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC