Kopie von Senior Certification Flight Test Engineer (m/f/d)

Wingcopter GmbH; Weiterstadt; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Parking space

Employee discounts

Employee events

Dogs welcome

Home office

Flexible working hours

Sports and Fitness Options

Zusammenfassung

Wingcopter GmbH in Weiterstadt, Hessen sucht einen erfahrenen Senior Flight Test Engineer zur Leitung von Flugtests, Planung, Durchführung und Berichterstattung über Testergebnisse.

Schwerpunkt liegt auf Zertifizierungstests (FAA/EASA/JCAB/ANAC) und der Gewährleistung der Lufttüchtigkeit von UAV-Systemen; Zusammenarbeit mit Zertifizierungs-, Boden- und Software-/Hardware-Teams in Deutschland ist Kern der Rolle. Deutschkenntnisse auf mittlerem Niveau, fließendes Englisch erwartet.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in Aviation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of flight testing experience (manned/unmanned) with hands-on involvement.
• Direct experience with ANAC, FAA, EASA or JCAB.
• Must hold an A1/A3 drone pilot license.
• EU Class B driving license required.
• Fluent English and intermediate German.

Aufgaben

• Develop project-specific flight test plans, test cards, execute tests and prepare reports.
• Lead flight test operations as Senior Flight Test Engineer.
• Focus on certification flight testing with regulatory bodies (FAA, ANAC, JCAB, or EASA).
• Ensure UAV airworthiness and test- equipment instrumentation compliance.
• Conduct requirement-based testing including failure scenarios and environmental envelopes.
• Review/approve test plans, test cards and reports.
• Collaborate with certification, ground test, software/hardware teams in Germany.

Kenntnisse

Flight test leadership

PX-4 autopilot

UAS systems

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Aviation Engineering

A1/A3 drone pilot license

EU Class B driving license

Tools

PX-4 autopilot knowledge

eVTOL/UAS systems

RC aircraft experience

Jobbeschreibung

Deine Aufgaben

• Develop project-specific and function-specific flight test plans, test cards, execute flight tests, analyze flight-recorded logs, and prepare test reports.
• Lead and oversee flight test operations as a Senior Flight Test Engineer.
• Focus on certification flight testing with experience in at least one of the following regulatory bodies: FAA, ANAC, JCAB, or EASA.
• Ensure compliance with UAV airworthiness and continued airworthiness, particularly considering UAV test equipment instrumentation.
• Conduct requirement-based functional flight testing, including failure scenario assessments, specific demonstrations, durability, reliability, and environmental envelope expansion.
• Review and approve flight test plans, test cards, and test reports.
• Collaborate closely with certification departments, ground test teams, and software/hardware development teams, working directly with development & test teams in Germany.

Dein Profil

• Master’s degree in Aviation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of professional experience in manned/unmanned flight testing with significant hands-on experience.
• Direct experience working with at least one of the following aviation authorities: ANAC, FAA, EASA, or JCAB.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong working knowledge of PX-4 auto flight-controller and eVTOL UAS/manned aircraft systems.
• Experience with RC-based fixed-wing aircraft and drone flying.
• Familiarity with test-driven development, experience-based testing, and iterative V-model production development cycles.
• Licenses & Certifications:
• Must hold an A1/A3 drone pilot license.
• EU Class B driving license required.
• Languages:
• Fluent in English.
• Intermediate proficiency in German.

Was du als ideale Kandidatin oder idealer Kandidat mitbringst

• You thrive in collaborative environments and value collective success.
• You approach challenges with a positive mindset and a proactive attitude.
• You believe technology has the power to improve society and drive positive change for the future.

Was wir anbieten

• Parking space
• Employee discounts
• Employee events
• Dogs welcome
• Home office
• Flexible working hours
• Sports and Fitness Options

Warum wir?

• Join a dynamic, motivated team that values collaboration and innovation.
• Experience the energy and agility of a fast-growing tech startup where every day brings new opportunities.
• Take ownership of projects and bring your ideas to life, shaping the direction of our work.
• We are dedicated to supporting your growth with resources and opportunities to advance your role and career.
• Your work will have a direct, positive impact on both the company and society, contributing to meaningful change.