Senior Flight Test Engineer: Lead Cutting-Edge Flight Tests

JetZero; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

401(k)

Equity options

Job summary

A forward-thinking aerospace company in Long Beach, California, is seeking a Senior Flight Test Engineer to lead testing of innovative aircraft designs. This role demands 10+ years of experience in flight testing and a strong educational background in aerospace engineering. You'll coordinate testing efforts, mentor junior engineers, and be integral to driving improvements within the flight test processes. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills and is passionate about sustainable aviation solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in experimental or developmental flight test engineering.
• Demonstrated experience leading flight test activities or acting as Test Conductor.
• Strong understanding of aircraft systems and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead flight test planning and execution for ground and flight test campaigns.
• Author and approve flight test plans and procedures.
• Perform and oversee post-test data analysis and reporting.

Skills

Aerospace knowledge

Test planning

Leadership

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

A forward-thinking aerospace company in Long Beach, California, is seeking a Senior Flight Test Engineer to lead testing of innovative aircraft designs. This role demands 10+ years of experience in flight testing and a strong educational background in aerospace engineering. You'll coordinate testing efforts, mentor junior engineers, and be integral to driving improvements within the flight test processes. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills and is passionate about sustainable aviation solutions.