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Propulsion Test Engineer (R4380)

Wichita Metro Area💼 Full-time🗓 2026-01-07 → 2026-08-01

Core

Lead propulsion test planning and execution for X-BAT, the world's first autonomous VTOL jet aircraft, shaping strategy and directing complex engine and hover test campaigns.

Role type

Senior IC propulsion test engineer (autonomous aircraft)

Builds

X-BAT autonomous VTOL jet aircraft

Domain

Defense technology / Autonomous aviation

Deliverable

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

Required skills

jet propulsion testing, developmental flight test operations, mission control room operations, high-energy ground testing, test strategy definition, risk assessment, technical leadership

Preferred skills

autonomy system integration, instrumentation specialist collaboration, safety organization coordination

Technologies

X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind autonomy software

Responsibilities

Shape propulsion test strategy, direct complex engine and hover test campaigns, define test objectives, assess risk, deliver data to advance aircraft through test envelope

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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