Aerodynamics and Propulsion Test Technician

Company Overview
We are a rapidly growing technology startup focused on delivering next-generation drones for security and safety applications. Our company vertically integrates hardware and software to create leading edge capabilities in the UAV space, with a focus on saving lives.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Aerodynamics and Propulsion Test Technician to build and push our next-generation flight systems to their limits! In this role, you will work at the cutting edge of physical testing—manufacturing advanced propulsion components, running dynamic test setups, integrated sensor suites, and directly shaping the performance of high-impact autonomous UAVs.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, post-process, and assemble propulsion designs and aerodynamic test articles

• Integrate various sensors into data acquisition systems and troubleshoot data acquisition and test article control issues

• Execute testing, strictly follow safety standards, and report comprehensive test outcomes

• Support full aircraft builds and integrations for flight and ground testing

• Take detailed notes and photos, create and follow test procedures, and document all workflows

Required Qualifications

• Experience with basic soldering, custom cable harness creation, and clean/neat cable routing

• Hands-on experience operating and maintaining 3D printers for manufacturing test parts

• Experience wiring sensors and troubleshooting hardware/software integration in data acquisition setups

• Demonstrated ability to create procedures and rigorously document test results

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in experimental aerodynamics and wind tunnel or thrust stand testing

• Experience selecting sensors appropriate for test objectives

• Proficiency managing and plotting datasets from databases, post-processing data using Python scripts, and generating data visualizations

• Basic software skills for test software modifications / development