Lead Flight Test Engineer, Aircraft Systems & Autonomy

The Rundown AI, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI in Wichita, Kansas is looking for an experienced Flight Test Engineer to join their team. You will be responsible for planning and executing flight test operations for next-gen aircraft systems, requiring collaboration with various engineering teams.

The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, along with 5–10 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include developing test plans and analyzing data to ensure safety and efficiency in flight operations.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience with ground and flight test operations.
• Strong understanding of aircraft systems and avionics.
• Proven ability to write structured test plans and reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute flight test plans and procedures.
• Analyze test data to identify performance trends and anomalies.
• Lead pre-flight, flight, and post-flight activities.

Skills

Flight test planning

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Aeronautics

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

Telemetry systems

Job description

Shield AI in Wichita, Kansas is looking for an experienced Flight Test Engineer to join their team. You will be responsible for planning and executing flight test operations for next-gen aircraft systems, requiring collaboration with various engineering teams.

The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, along with 5–10 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include developing test plans and analyzing data to ensure safety and efficiency in flight operations.