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
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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.
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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.
Matching Summary
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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.
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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