Flight Test Engineer II

Salary Range: 88568 to 132852 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

What you'll do:

• Lead the planning, execution, and analysis of ground and flight tests for V-Bat unmanned system 
• Conduct flight tests, rigorously assessing system capabilities and performance 
• Engage hands-on during flight test operations, ensuring precise execution and data collection 
• Drive hardware and software modifications based on thorough analysis and feedback obtained from testing outcomes. 
• Lead flight readiness reviews, pre-flight briefs, debriefs, etc. in a test conductorcapacity. 
• Document test procedures, results, and lessons learned to contribute to the continuous improvement of flight test processes. 
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to ensure the safety of flight test operations. 

Required qualifications:

• 2+ years of hands-on flight test experience required  
• B.S. degree in STEM discipline, preference for Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering  
• Demonstrated track record of assuming ownership over development processes and features and delivering outstanding outcomes   
• Proven track record of successfully shipping products, showcasing the ability to navigate through development cycles, overcome obstacles, and deliver high-quality solutions to meet project deadlines and exceed client expectations in a fast-paced environment   
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement within Flight Test Engineering, demonstrating initiative to propose and implement innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and overall project success and V-Bat reliability 
• You are organized and methodical.    
• You are a strong communicator, both written and verbally.  
• Demonstrated track record of assuming ownership over processes and delivering outstanding outcomes  
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement within software development projects, demonstrating initiative to propose and implement innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and overall project success and V-Bat reliability  
• Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and the ability to innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands and drive successful outcomes. 

Preferred qualifications:

• Proficiency in MATLAB  
• Proficiency in Python  
• Design experience 
• Experience building or prototyping small aircraft or RC components  
• Previous UAV operations and/or maintenance  
• Proven background in thriving within fast-paced environments, particularly within startup or R&D settings