9h ago
Seaglider Test Operator
North Kingstown, RI
โจ $90k-$140k / yearest.
full-timesenioraerospace
๐ผ About This Role
You'll serve as the primary test crew member to safely execute on-water sea and air trials of prototype and production Seagliders. You'll plan and execute envelope expansion for this new category of wing-in-ground-effect craft. You'll help write the playbook from scratch at startup speed.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Ensure safe execution of on-water sea trials and demonstrations
- Operate vehicle for envelope expansion and first flight events
- Develop test cards, risk assessments, and schedules
- Build crew procedures, checklists, and training materials
๐ Requirements
- Experience as a test pilot or in developmental flight testing
- Strong foundation in engineering or related technical discipline
- Knowledge of novel vehicle operations and risk mitigation
- Experience with aircraft or boat handling and test planning
โจ Nice to Have
- Experience with wing-in-ground-effect craft
- Startup mindset and ability to build processes from scratch
- Relocation to Rhode Island and travel for demonstrations
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ Robust equity incentive plan
- ๐ฅ 100% paid health, dental, vision insurance
- ๐ฐ 401(k) with company matching
- ๐๏ธ Generous flexible time off
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Daily free catered lunches
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter Screenยท 30 min
- 2Technical Interviewยท 60 min
- 3Final Interviewยท 60 min
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