Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer — Data-Driven Aircraft Testing

Shield AI; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits

Equity

Job summary

Shield AI is looking for a Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer in Wichita, Kansas. In this role, you will design and maintain instrumentation systems for X-BAT, the autonomous VTOL jet aircraft. You'll collaborate with various engineering teams to ensure effective testing and data collection. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 2+ years of related experience. The salary range is $150,000 - $230,000 annually, accompanied by a comprehensive package of benefits and equity options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in flight test instrumentation.
• Hands-on experience with DAQs and telemetry systems.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain flight test instrumentation systems.
• Support installation and calibration of sensors.
• Perform data integrity verification checks.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation issues within tight timelines.

Skills

Flight test instrumentation

Data acquisition systems

Sensor installation and configuration

Signal conditioning

Troubleshooting

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

NI software

Dewesoft

Telemetry systems

Job description

Shield AI is looking for a Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer in Wichita, Kansas. In this role, you will design and maintain instrumentation systems for X-BAT, the autonomous VTOL jet aircraft. You'll collaborate with various engineering teams to ensure effective testing and data collection. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 2+ years of related experience. The salary range is $150,000 - $230,000 annually, accompanied by a comprehensive package of benefits and equity options.