Lead Autonomous Fixed-Wing Flight Test Engineer

Enigma Aerospace; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous healthcare options

Unlimited PTO

401k plan with company match

Flexible work-from-home policies

Equity compensation

Job summary

A forward-thinking aerospace firm based in Burlington, MA is seeking an Aeronautical Test Engineer to lead the testing and analysis efforts of their innovative, autonomous aircraft. The role involves optimizing performance and flight control systems, analyzing data from flights, and working closely with cross-functional engineering teams. The company offers a competitive benefits package, including flexible work-from-home policies and equity compensation, with substantial opportunities for contributions to cutting-edge aerospace technology.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in aerospace and flight test engineering.
• Strong understanding of aircraft dynamics and flight controls.
• Hands-on experience with fixed-wing aircraft flying or testing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute performance and flight control laws optimization.
• Analyze post-flight data and provide feedback to design teams.
• Conduct safety reviews and assessments.

Skills

Aircraft dynamics

Flight controls

GNC/Flight control law software

Data acquisition

Telemetry systems

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

BS/MS or higher in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Telemetry/DAQ systems

Job description

A forward-thinking aerospace firm based in Burlington, MA is seeking an Aeronautical Test Engineer to lead the testing and analysis efforts of their innovative, autonomous aircraft. The role involves optimizing performance and flight control systems, analyzing data from flights, and working closely with cross-functional engineering teams. The company offers a competitive benefits package, including flexible work-from-home policies and equity compensation, with substantial opportunities for contributions to cutting-edge aerospace technology.