Autonomous Flight Operations Engineer

Harmattan AI; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmattan AI is seeking a Flight Operations Engineer to bridge our R&D lab and field operations, conducting real-world test campaigns and end-to-end deployment of autonomous defense systems. You will train end-users on complex autonomous platforms and support field validation across diverse environments.

The role combines elite piloting skills, hands-on hardware engineering, and high autonomy, with frequent international travel and collaboration across hardware, software, and systems teams.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in flight operations, flight testing or validation on aerospace or robotic systems.
• Proven track record in end-to-end assembly, integration, and maintenance of FPV, multicopters and/or fixed-wing systems.
• Understanding of flight dynamics, control systems, avionics, and RF systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute real-world test campaigns to validate performance and reliability.
• Lead live flight demonstrations for defense stakeholders and end-users.
• Deliver comprehensive training programs on flight theory, mission planning, and emergency procedures.

Skills

Flight operations

Flight testing

Training delivery

Leadership

Documentation

Public speaking

System integration

Job description

Harmattan AI is seeking a Flight Operations Engineer to bridge our R&D lab and field operations, conducting real-world test campaigns and end-to-end deployment of autonomous defense systems. You will train end-users on complex autonomous platforms and support field validation across diverse environments.

The role combines elite piloting skills, hands-on hardware engineering, and high autonomy, with frequent international travel and collaboration across hardware, software, and systems teams.