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Test Pilot

Test Pilot

CompanyMerlin Labs
LocationBoston, MA, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • 5+ years direct experience with experimental flight tests or a combination of equivalent formal training and experience.
  • Knowledge of basic concepts of fixed wing aircraft flight dynamics and control.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
  • Must be eligible to work in the US without Visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Lead capability testing on our test aircraft working with our engineering team in supporting development of our autonomy systems by flying early and often.
  • As a lead project pilot, develop and drive the application of processes we need to prepare for, execute, and analyze our flight tests.
  • Collaborate with hardware, software, flight controls, integration, and flight operation teams to develop test plans, ensure readiness for test, and drive efficient and effective collection of the data we need to test our systems.
  • Execute flight tests as needed onsite, including assisting in building and approving test cards, verifying procedures and software via simulation, serving as test pilot, and supporting generation of analysis and deficiency reports after flight through robust flight test reports.

Preferred Qualifications

    No preferred qualifications provided.