Uas Flight Test Engineer

Applied Intuition

Freeport, FL, United States
Base: $155,000 to $190,000 usd annually; equity: o...
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4-8 years flight test engineering experience
U.s. citizen status required
Active secret security clearance
** Applied Intuition is seeking a UAS Flight Test Engineer to join their team, focusing on the development and execution of flight tests for uncrewed aerial systems. The ideal candidate will have a background in aerospace or a related field, with significant experience in flight testing and a willingness to travel for test campaigns. **

Job Summary

  • This role supports the full test lifecycle for a high-priority uncrewed aerial systems program operating at the frontier of autonomous strike capability.
  • The position requires conducting pre-test planning, executing test events as a test conductor, and performing post-flight data reduction and analysis.
  • Compensation includes a base salary ranging from $155,000 to $190,000 USD annually, along with equity, comprehensive health benefits, and a 401k match.

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** Applied Intuition is seeking a UAS Flight Test Engineer to join their team, focusing on the development and execution of flight tests for uncrewed aerial systems. The ideal candidate will have a background in aerospace or a related field, with significant experience in flight testing and a willingness to travel for test campaigns. **

Salary

Base: $155,000 to $190,000 USD annually; Equity: Options and/or restricted stock units included; Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k match, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 4-8 years flight test engineering experience
  • U.S. Citizen status required
  • Active Secret security clearance
  • First-flight event support experience
  • Ground control station operation skills
  • Small UAS autopilot architecture familiarity

Nice-to-have

  • Formal flight test training from NTPS or USAF TPS
  • Experience with attritable UAS programs
  • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
  • Range safety and explosive safety procedures
  • AI/ML-enabled autonomy system knowledge
  • Self-starter in early-stage program environments

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must hold an active U.S. Secret security clearance
  • 4–8 years of flight test engineering experience
  • Ability to travel up to 50% of the time

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Must be a U.S. Citizen

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