💼 About This Role

You'll lead the flight test team at Pivotal, an eVTOL aircraft leader. Your core impact includes designing test strategies, analyzing flight data, and ensuring regulatory compliance. This role offers the chance to shape flight testing at a pioneering company entering scalable production in 2026.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Oversee the flight test team including operations and engineering
• Design and improve test deployment strategies
• Perform in-depth analysis of flight data to identify anomalies
• Manage operational risk assessments for UAS and manned flights

📋 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field
• Extensive experience in flight testing with strong understanding of methodologies
• Experience in leadership roles managing teams and projects
• Knowledge of aviation regulations and compliance for UAS operations

✨ Nice to Have

• Advanced degrees or certifications
• Experience mentoring and coaching junior team members
• Familiarity with industry standards in flight testing

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 🚀 Work on cutting-edge eVTOL aircraft
• 📈 Join a fast-growing company in a high-investment sector
• 🏢 Onsite collaboration in Palo Alto
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Team leadership and mentoring opportunities