Lead Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer

Lead Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer

As Lead Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer, you will support the instrumentation and testing of our hybrid‑electric Ultra Short aircraft, working closely with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to develop, integrate, calibrate, and verify Flight Test Instrumentation systems.

• Support aircraft Flight Test Instrumentation (FTI) system development, integration, calibration/verification, and operation.
• Manage aircraft data acquisition, telemetry, processing, and storage.
• Work with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to establish instrumentation requirements and maintain a Master Parameter List.
• Liaise between engineering, technicians, and the test organization.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, electrical, computer engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience designing, integrating, calibrating, and troubleshooting aircraft instrumentation.
• Experience with data acquisition systems (e.g., TTC, NI, ACRA).
• Experience with sensor characteristics (range, accuracy, frequency response, etc.).
• Ability to operate independently in a fast‑paced test environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a high‑performance team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Practical experience with standard avionics communication protocols such as CAN bus and ARINC 429.
• Experience developing basic software for process automation (C++, Python, etc.).
• US Person (Citizen or Green Card) preferred.

25% of the time may involve travel.

• Competitive salary and equity.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; STD, LTD, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO, sick leave, and company holidays.
• Paid winter break.
• 401(k) with immediate vesting.
• Free catered lunches, coffee, snacks, drinks, fruit at headquarters.
• Free on‑site parking.

Electra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This position may be subject to ITAR requirements.