Flight Test Engineer — UAS Field Testing & Stock Options

Nordic Air Defence; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO and holidays

Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses

Stock options

Job summary

Nordic Air Defence in Stockholm is looking for a Full-time Flight Test Engineer to plan and execute flight tests for UAS platforms. You'll develop test plans, conduct tests, and analyze data while ensuring the reliability of systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering and systems knowledge. Benefits include generous PTO, a competitive salary with bonuses, and stock options. Applicants must be NATO citizens with the legal right to work in Sweden.

Qualifications

• Proven understanding of UAS sub‑systems and aerospace engineering principles.
• Ability to plan, execute, and close out complex technical programs.
• Demonstrated use of good judgment in aircraft operation.
• Comfortable working across engineering disciplines.
• Self-driven and proactive in problem identification and resolution.

Responsibilities

• Develop flight test plans, checklists, and test cards for UAS.
• Conduct flight tests and operate Ground Control Stations to collect data.
• Build robust testing infrastructure for flights and demonstrations.
• Develop inspection processes for pre‑flight and post‑flight checks.
• Build tools to analyze flight data for insights.

Skills

UAS sub‑systems knowledge

Aerospace engineering principles

Flight test experience

Data analysis

Project management

Independent problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Job description

Nordic Air Defence in Stockholm is looking for a Full-time Flight Test Engineer to plan and execute flight tests for UAS platforms. You'll develop test plans, conduct tests, and analyze data while ensuring the reliability of systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering and systems knowledge. Benefits include generous PTO, a competitive salary with bonuses, and stock options. Applicants must be NATO citizens with the legal right to work in Sweden.