Flight Test Engineer

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

• Provide testing and flight-testing support for company projects.

• Develop andmaintainhigh-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 issuesobservedin 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 anddetermineroot cause ofcomponentfailures 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 Engineeringor 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,Mat Lab).

• 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 foraircraftdesign 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 hoursaccruedplus 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…