Head Of Lab And Flight Test

jetzero.aero

Long Beach, CA, United States
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System test lab design and operation
Aircraft ground and flight testing
Safety culture and regulatory compliance
** JetZero is looking for a Head of Lab and Flight Test to lead the design and operation of system test labs and manage flight test activities for their innovative BWB (blended-wing body) aircraft development. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in aerospace testing, safety culture, and leadership. **

Job Summary

  • JetZero is developing a blended-wing body aircraft designed to use up to 50% less fuel and accommodate zero-emission hydrogen propulsion.
  • The Head of Lab and Flight Test will lead teams responsible for the design, build, and operation of system test labs as well as ground and flight testing of sub-scale and full-scale aircraft.
  • This role requires establishing a comprehensive Test Center to support the development and certification of the Z4 commercial jetliner while ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations.

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** JetZero is looking for a Head of Lab and Flight Test to lead the design and operation of system test labs and manage flight test activities for their innovative BWB (blended-wing body) aircraft development. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in aerospace testing, safety culture, and leadership. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • system test lab design and operation
  • aircraft ground and flight testing
  • safety culture and regulatory compliance
  • team leadership and management
  • test strategy development

Nice-to-have

  • experience with hydrogen propulsion systems
  • one team mindset collaboration
  • diverse team building skills
  • commercial jetliner certification experience

Key Requirements

  • Deep expertise in system test lab design
  • Experience with aircraft test methods
  • Strong leadership skills for engineering teams
  • Knowledge of industry regulatory standards

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