Flight Test Engineer

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Translate system and subsystem requirements into measurable test objectives.
• Develop ground-test and flight-test procedures.
• Write test cards, test plans, and supporting readiness documentation.
• Define success criteria and identify the data required to evaluate them.
• Develop test matrices that account for configurations, conditions, and operating limits.
• Support the design of subsystem, integration, and vehicle-level tests.
• Coordinate test requirements with engineering and Flight Operations personnel.
• Support Flight Readiness Reviews, Test Readiness Reviews, and other pre-test reviews.

Job requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, robotics, systems engineering, or a related technical field.
• Understanding of basic systems-engineering principles.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and convert them into measurable test objectives.
• Familiarity with engineering data analysis using Excel, Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work directly with aircraft, test equipment, and field teams.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-moving development environment where configurations and schedules may change rapidly.