Ingeniero de Vuelo Principal — Remoto

Ópticas Ver De Verdad; Toluca; Hybrid; MXN 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Unknown is seeking a Principal Flight Engineer to join a remote-first team focused on the design, development, and testing of advanced flight systems for aviation projects. You will contribute from a home-based setup, collaborating with a global group of engineers to ensure safety and performance standards.

The role requires deep aeronautical knowledge, strong problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication to guide cross-functional teams and mentors junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in flight systems engineering or a related aviation role.
• Proven experience with flight control laws, simulation, and embedded systems development.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, or MATLAB.
• Strong understanding of aerospace principles, including aerodynamics, thermodynamics, and avionics.
• Experience with real-time operating systems and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Familiarity with DO-178C or other relevant aviation safety standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement complex flight control systems and algorithms.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of flight software and hardware components.
• Analyze flight data to identify areas for performance improvement and anomaly resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including aerodynamicists, structural engineers, and software developers, to integrate systems.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and user manuals.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Stay abreast of the latest technological advancements and industry best practices in aviation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant aviation regulations and standards.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Remote work experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Aerospace Engineering or related

Tools

C++

Python

MATLAB

RTOS

HIL testing

Job description

Unknown is seeking a Principal Flight Engineer to join a remote-first team focused on the design, development, and testing of advanced flight systems for aviation projects. You will contribute from a home-based setup, collaborating with a global group of engineers to ensure safety and performance standards.

The role requires deep aeronautical knowledge, strong problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication to guide cross-functional teams and mentors junior engineers.