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Flight Test Engineer II

Flight Test Engineer II

CompanyShield AI
LocationDallas, TX, USA
Salary$88568 – $132852
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelMid Level

Requirements

  • 2+ years of hands-on flight test experience required
  • B.S. degree in STEM discipline, preference for Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
  • Demonstrated track record of assuming ownership over development processes and features and delivering outstanding outcomes
  • Proven track record of successfully shipping products, showcasing the ability to navigate through development cycles, overcome obstacles, and deliver high-quality solutions to meet project deadlines and exceed client expectations in a fast-paced environment
  • Proactively identify opportunities for improvement within Flight Test Engineering, demonstrating initiative to propose and implement innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and overall project success and V-Bat reliability
  • You are organized and methodical.
  • You are a strong communicator, both written and verbally.
  • Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and the ability to innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands and drive successful outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, execution, and analysis of ground and flight tests for V-Bat unmanned system
  • Conduct flight tests, rigorously assessing system capabilities and performance
  • Engage hands-on during flight test operations, ensuring precise execution and data collection
  • Drive hardware and software modifications based on thorough analysis and feedback obtained from testing outcomes.
  • Lead flight readiness reviews, pre-flight briefs, debriefs, etc. in a test conductor capacity.
  • Document test procedures, results, and lessons learned to contribute to the continuous improvement of flight test processes.
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to ensure the safety of flight test operations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficiency in MATLAB
  • Proficiency in Python
  • Design experience
  • Experience building or prototyping small aircraft or RC components
  • Previous UAV operations and/or maintenance
  • Proven background in thriving within fast-paced environments, particularly within startup or R&D settings