Flight Test Engineer-UAS​/Counter-UAS System

Full Time Tampa, FL, Tampa, FL, US

OWT Global is seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Flight Test Engineer to support the development, integration, and operational testing of advanced Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) technologies. The selected candidate will provide hands‑on support for flight test planning, system integration, and execution of test events to evaluate performance across multi‑sensor detection, tracking, and mitigation solutions.

• Flight Test Planning & Execution
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute developmental and operational flight tests for UAS and C-UAS systems
  • Develop test plans, test cards, safety documentation, and flight procedures
  • Coordinate with test ranges, regulatory authorities, and airspace managers
  • Support range safety, risk assessments, and airworthiness considerations for flight operations
  • Provide real‑time monitoring and quick‑look analysis during test execution to inform mission adjustments
• System Integration & Validation
  • Support integration and validation of multi‑sensor and C-UAS architectures, including:
    • RF detection systems
    • Radar and EO/IR sensors
    • Electronic warfare payloads
    • Counter‑UAS mitigation systems
    • Autonomous mission management software
  • Integrate and validate data exchange with command and control (C2) systems and distributed network architectures
  • Evaluate system performance against technical, operational, and mission‑level requirements
• Data Collection & Telemetry Management
  • Design and implement data collection architectures for flight test events
  • Capture and manage telemetry, sensor data, RF signatures, and mission logs
  • Ensure precise time synchronization across all test assets and data sources
  • Validate data integrity and completeness for post‑mission analysis and correlation
• Data Analysis & Correlation Product Development
  • Analyze test data to evaluate detection accuracy, tracking fidelity, latency, and mitigation effectiveness
  • Develop multi‑sensor correlation products that fuse data across platforms and systems
  • Build analytical products and visualizations to support:
    • Threat detection timelines
    • Sensor fusion performance
    • Tracking accuracy
    • Engagement outcomes
    • Mission effectiveness assessments
• Develop mission playback tools, dashboards, and data visualization products
• Apply quantitative performance metrics and statistical analysis to ensure repeatability and rigor
• Support digital engineering frameworks to enable traceability between requirements, test events, and performance outcomes
• Contribute to structured data environments supporting repeatable analysis and model‑based evaluation
• Enable integration of test data into broader system models and engineering workflows
• Autonomy & Advanced System Evaluation
  • Evaluate autonomy behaviors, decision logic, and AI‑enabled system performance
  • Support testing of sensor fusion algorithms and autonomous mission execution capabilities
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Produce and maintain:
    • Flight test plans
    • Test execution reports
    • Data analysis reports
    • System performance assessments
  • Present findings to engineering leadership, program managers, and government stakeholders

• Experience with UAS and Counter‑UAS systems
• 3–7 years of experience in flight test engineering, UAS testing, or aerospace system validation
• Experience with telemetry systems, flight test instrumentation, and data collection architectures
• Strong experience with data analysis, correlation, and visualization tools
• Understanding of networking concepts and system integration (C2, data exchange, latency)
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Experience with technical documentation and test reporting
• Active Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain)

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Data Engineering, or related field
• Familiarity with RF sensing, radar, EO/IR systems, and electronic warfare
• Experience supporting DoD test ranges, range safety processes, or military exercises
• Knowledge of autonomy, sensor fusion, and AI‑enabled mission systems
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and Class II Flight…