The Engineering Flight Test Specialist II acts as remote pilot in command for unmanned aircraft systems or vehicles for flight testing, acceptance test protocol (ATP), Flight Acceptance Testing, and various internal and external demonstrations
Job Summary
The Engineering Flight Test Specialist II acts as remote pilot in command for unmanned aircraft systems or vehicles for flight testing, acceptance test protocol (ATP), Flight Acceptance Testing, and various internal and external demonstrations.
Responsibilities include preparing detailed post flight test reporting, providing feedback on aircraft performance, performing flight demonstrations, and leading Flight Factory Acceptance and Site Acceptance Testing events.
AeroVironment offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
Matching Summary
The Engineering Flight Test Specialist II acts as remote pilot in command for unmanned aircraft systems or vehicles for flight testing, acceptance test protocol (ATP), Flight Acceptance Testing, and various internal and external demonstrations.
Salary
$31 - $44; Not specified; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Remote pilot in command for UAS
Flight testing and demonstrations
Aircraft performance feedback
Flight team inventory management
Troubleshooting vendor payload integrations
Basic flight planning FAA/ICAO regulations
Nice-to-have
Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong initiative and drive
Ownership and responsibility
Committed to learning from mistakes
Key Requirements
High School diploma or GED equivalent
2 - 4 years of relevant work experience
Advanced computer operation skills
Experience controlling systems requiring quick thinking
Clean DMV record
Ability to travel within the Continental U.S.
Pass FAA Part 107 Small Unmanned Aircraft exam
Pass Annual Proficiency And Readiness Test (APART)