Lead Flight Test Engineer, Unmanned Aircraft

Poseidon Aerospace; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Poseidon Aerospace is seeking a Test Engineer to lead the testing of unmanned cargo aircraft. This role involves planning and executing comprehensive test procedures, collecting and analyzing data, and ensuring validation of design performance. The ideal candidate has experience with aerospace systems, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in tools like MATLAB and Python. Join us in San Francisco to contribute to innovative projects in commercial logistics and defense missions.

Qualifications

• Experience with test procedures for aerospace systems or vehicles.
• Knowledge of test data acquisition and instrumentation.
• Understanding of avionics testing principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document test procedures for aircraft systems.
• Plan and perform ground and flight tests.
• Collect and analyze test data, prepare performance metrics.

Skills

Test data analysis

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Experience planning and conducting tests for aerospace systems

Background in aerospace, mechanical, or systems engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Excel

CAD software

Job description

Poseidon Aerospace is seeking a Test Engineer to lead the testing of unmanned cargo aircraft. This role involves planning and executing comprehensive test procedures, collecting and analyzing data, and ensuring validation of design performance. The ideal candidate has experience with aerospace systems, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in tools like MATLAB and Python. Join us in San Francisco to contribute to innovative projects in commercial logistics and defense missions.