Flight Test Engineer: Hands-On, Multi‑Platform

Flight Test Engineer Job Summary

We are seeking a self‑motivated Flight Test Engineer to join our team. The engineer will assist in the multi‑functional product development of new designs while collaborating with other engineering disciplines and project personnel. The role involves working on multiple platforms and vehicles, supporting both ground and flight‑testing operations.

• Provide testing and flight‑testing support for company projects.
• Develop and maintain high‑quality testing documentation.
• Represent testing interests when collaborating with project teams.
• Work with design engineers to develop engineering test strategies and specific test procedures for new and existing products.
• Collaborate with assembly and engineering personnel to test prototype units and ensure proper execution and documentation.
• Work with field service personnel and engineers to create test procedures addressing specific product issues observed in the field.
• Act as an engineering interface to resolve production test issues.
• Train personnel in proper testing techniques.
• Look for improvements throughout the testing process to reduce costs or improve test coverage.
• Support the creation of system requirements, trade studies, sub‑component, and flight test plans.
• Coordinate with suppliers, internal and external integrated product teams.
• Provide manufacturing, component test, and ground/flight test support.
• Investigate and determine root cause of component failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop engineering drawings, schematics, and design specifications.
• Ensure circuit protection, isolation, redundancy, and fault tolerance for flight systems.
• Present results through technical drawings, written reports, and oral presentations to customers and senior project management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 2‑5 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Hands‑on experience in a testing environment.
• Experience with power distribution systems theory, design, test, or analysis.
• Experience with electric motor and controller/inverter theory, design, test, or analysis.
• Able to work with high voltage (>500V).
• Understanding of structures, mechanisms, system layout, materials, and processes.
• Experience with data collection and reduction software (Lab View, MATLAB).
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with Solid Works and Solid Works PDM (or similar).
• Structural or thermal analysis of structures and systems.
• US Citizenship Required.

• Master’s degree in Aero or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and/or 5+ years of experience.
• Familiarity with electronics testing.
• Experience with digital communication protocols such as SPI, Ethernet, and CAN bus.
• Experience in UAS design.
• Familiarity with Military standards for aircraft design and electromagnetic compatibility.
• Experience with metallic and composite design and analysis.
• Experience with design for manufacturing and advanced manufacturing processes.
• Hands‑on experience working with machine shops, integrating prototype designs, and conducting validation tests.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with supplier management and procurement (e.g., SOWs, RFPs, vendor management).
• Familiarity with Risk Management.
• Ability to work on DoD projects.

• Health & Wellness:
  Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans – including a 100% employer‑paid option covering both employees and their families.
• Paid Time Off:
  Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off.
• Life Insurance: $25,000 employer‑paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families.
• Supplemental Coverage:
  Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA):
  Take advantage of a tax‑advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to…