1d ago

Flight Test & Integration Specialist

Costa Mesa, California, United States

$98k-$130k / year

full-timemidaerospace

๐Ÿ›  Tech Stack

๐Ÿ’ผ About This Role

You'll plan and execute UAS missions, integrating hardware/software into platforms like fixed-wing and VTOL drones. You'll ensure operational readiness and troubleshoot systems in real-time field environments. This role combines flight operations expertise with prototyping and collaboration on cutting-edge autonomous systems.

๐ŸŽฏ What You'll Do

  • Plan and execute UAS missions including VLOS and BVLOS operations.
  • Act as Safety Pilot for fixed-wing, rotorcraft, and VTOL platforms.
  • Integrate sensors, actuators, flight controllers, and networking systems.
  • Troubleshoot UAS systems in real-time during field operations.

๐Ÿ“‹ Requirements

  • Valid Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
  • Significant experience with manual UAS or RC aircraft operations on FW, rotorcraft, VTOL.
  • Proficiency with Pixhawk or Cube Orange flight controllers and mission planning software.
  • Proficiency in Linux command line for system configuration and troubleshooting.

โœจ Nice to Have

  • Background in aviation, electronics, or robotics.
  • Experience with BVLOS operations and multi-aircraft missions.
  • Familiarity with rapid prototyping tools like 3D printing.

๐ŸŽ Benefits & Perks

  • ๐Ÿ–๏ธ Highly competitive equity grants included in most full-time offers.
  • ๐Ÿฅ Top-tier benefits at little to no cost to employees.
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Salary range $98,000 - $130,000 USD.
  • โœˆ๏ธ Extensive travel (50%+).

๐Ÿ“จ Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-3 weeks ยท AI estimate

  1. 1Recruiter Screenยท 30 min
  2. 2Technical Interviewยท 60 min
  3. 3On-site Interviewยท 4 hours
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