Flight Test Engineer

18 hours ago


Dallas, Texas, United States Shield AI Full time
Job Title: Flight Test Engineer

Shield AI is seeking a highly skilled Flight Test Engineer to join our team. As a Flight Test Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the integration and verification efforts for our vertical take-off unmanned aerial vehicle, demonstrating flightworthiness and mission capability.

Key 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
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
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
Compensation:

Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Total package details for U.S. based positions:

  • Regular employee positions: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  • Temporary employee positions: Hourly within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Total package details for International based positions (where applicable):

  • International premium, hardship differential, cost of living differential, living quarters allowance, foreign service transfer allowance, equity, international benefits, visa assistance, and relocation assistance.

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location.

All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.


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