Staff/Senior Engineer, Flight Test

Ampaire; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampaire is seeking a Staff/Senior Staff Engineer, Flight Test based in Long Beach, CA, with responsibilities spanning experimental flight test planning, execution, and reporting for Ampaire’s hybrid-electric aircraft. This role is centered at the Long Beach Airport headquarters with travel to Camarillo as needed.

The ideal candidate brings a Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering background with 5+ years in flight test, instrumentation, and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of increasing responsibilities in experimental flight test engineering.
• Experience with ground support in flight test programs.
• Proficient with aircraft instrumentation and data analysis.
• Proficient with flight principles such as aerodynamics, stability, control, and systems performance.
• Familiar with FAA regulations including Part 23.

Responsibilities

• Support experimental aircraft ground and flight test programs
• Write test plans
• Lead or support test execution
• Collect and report test results
• Support safety risk management through hazard identification, mitigation strategies, and safety reviews
• Support instrumentation development and installation
• Support aircraft operations with Aircraft logistics and maintenance supporting A&Ps
• Facility equipping and maintenance
• Position based at Long Beach HQ facility with frequent travel to Camarillo Airport facility
• Reports to Manager, Aircraft Operations

Skills

Flight test engineering

Instrumentation

Data analysis

Aerodynamics

FAA Part 23 familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Ground support equipment

Flight test instrumentation

Job description

Ampaire Inc. Staff/Senior Staff Engineer, Flight Test Long Beach, CA·Camarillo, CA·Full time

Ampaire is seeking a Staff/Senior Staff Engineer, Flight Test. This role will be responsible for supporting flight test planning and execution of Ampaire’s hybrid electric aircraft. Key qualifications include experience with planning, execution, and reporting on aircraft test programs. The role is based at our Long Beach Airport headquarters. Senior Staff Engineer level will be considered for candidates that meet more of the optional qualifications.

Ampaire is revolutionizing air travel with hybrid-electric propulsion, pioneering the fastest, most practical path to sustainable aviation. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in sunny California at the Long Beach Airport, Ampaire has led the industry in real-world hybrid-electric flight innovation, achieving historic milestones since the first flight of its Electric EEL testbed in 2019. Our adaptable technology seamlessly repowers existing aircraft, slashing fuel consumption by 50-70% and enabling airlines to reduce costs and emissions without waiting around for new infrastructure or fuels. When futuristic airplanes arrive, we expect them to use our power systems too, and are already working on that behind the scenes.With flights spanning 30,000 miles across Hawaii, Scotland, Canada, Alaska, and beyond, Ampaire has proven hybrid-electric aircraft are ready now—not decades from today. In 2022, we introduced the world’s largest hybrid-electric aircraft, the Eco Caravan, which is now advancing through certification and commercialization. Backed by industry-leading partners, a $5B+ sales pipeline, and a bold vision for aviation’s future, Ampaire offers a career where your work will reshape an industry and leave a lasting impact on the world.This is an inflection point for Ampaire and a once-in-a-century moment for the industry. Are you ready to help redefine flight? Let's fly!

Description

Role and Responsibilities:

• Support experimental aircraft ground and flight test programs
  • Write test plans
  • Lead or support test execution
  • Collect and report test results
• Support safety risk management through hazard identification, mitigation strategies, and safety reviews
• Support instrumentation development and installation
• Support aircraft operations with
• Aircraft logistics and maintenance supporting A&Ps
• Facility equipping and maintenance
• Position based at Long Beach HQ facility with frequent travel to Camarillo Airport facility
• Reports to Manager, Aircraft Operations

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years of increasing responsibilities in experimental flight test engineering
• Experience with ground support in flight test programs
• Proficient with aircraft instrumentation and data analysis
• Proficient with flight principles such as aerodynamics, stability, control, and systems performance
• Familiar with FAA regulations including Part 23

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• 10+ years of increasing responsibilities in experimental flight test engineering
• Experience with on-aircraft support in flight test programs
• Interactions with FAA DARs
• Participation in aircraft test projects that achieved FAA Part 23 certification
• FAA Class III medical certificate
• Graduation from a recognized military or civilian pilot training program