UAS Flight Test Engineer I

AeroVironment, Inc.

Moorpark (CA)

On-site

USD 67,000 - 102,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a System Test Engineer I to develop and execute test plans for small unmanned air vehicles and missiles. You will support developmental testing, assist during flight tests, and analyze data to verify system requirements.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineers and operators in a fast-paced environment. The position involves preparing test assets, reviewing system requirements, and documenting results with standard procedures, while maintaining safety and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related discipline (Software, Systems, Electrical, Mechanical or Aerospace) or equivalent.
Ability to document test plans, procedures, and reports; verbally direct UAV Operators and Observers during flight tests.
Travel 10–30% within the Continental U.S.
Experience with scripting/programming languages to automate testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute System Test Plans for UAVs and missiles and subsystems.
Support developmental test and evaluation of sub-systems and full-scale testing.
Assist Flight Test Director during flight tests and participate in test readiness reviews.
Analyze test data, capture results, and log failures in issue tracking system.