Flight Test Engineer
Core
Designing, planning, and executing flight tests to validate autonomous drone systems for defense and law enforcement operations. (via careerplan.io/jobs/AA-005-E4-F65-flight-test-engineer-at-airobotics)
Role type
Flight Test Engineer (UAV/UAS)
Builds
Autonomous drone systems for defense and security applications
Domain
Defense / Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
Required skills
Flight test planning, UAS/UAV operations, test methodology design, data analysis, technical reporting, project execution, risk mitigation, real-time decision making
Preferred skills
System integration, Verification & Validation (V&V), product development lifecycle knowledge
Technologies
Flight test equipment, UAV/UAS platforms, data logging systems
Responsibilities
Develop flight test plans and scenarios based on system requirements; Coordinate personnel, equipment, and flight areas; Execute field tests and manage real-time operational decisions; Analyze flight data and logs; Prepare comprehensive test reports and improvement recommendations; Ensure safety compliance and risk mitigation.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC