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Ursa Major

Flight Test Engineer

Berthoud, CO

$90K - $110K/yr

This role is essential in ensuring success from product delivery and contract execution through to the final stages of flight operations. As a Flight Test Engineer, you'll serve as the on-site ...

LTA Research

Flight Test Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$85K - $140K/yr

We are seeking a Flight Test Engineer to work closely as part of the Flight Test team, working with ground and flight operations, engineering, and other LTA teams, to develop test plans and to direct ...

Astrion

Flight Test Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Overview Flight Test Engineer JOB LOCATION: Huntsville, AL STATUS: Full Time CLEARANCE: Ability to Obtain Secret Astrion is seeking an intermediate level Flight Test Engineer to support Missile ...

LTA Research

Flight Test Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA

$85K - $140K/yr

We are seeking a Flight Test Engineer to work closely as part of the Flight Test team, working with ground and flight operations, engineering, and other LTA teams, to develop test plans and to direct ...

LHH US

Flight Test Engineer

Moriarty, NM

$130K - $160K/yr

Flight Test Engineer Location: Eastern New Mexico Employment Type: Full-Time LHH is partnering with an innovative aerospace organization developing advanced high-altitude flight systems to hire a ...

LHH US

Flight Test Engineer

Moriarty, NM

$130K - $160K/yr

Flight Test Engineer Location: Eastern New Mexico Employment Type: Full-Time LHH is partnering with an innovative aerospace organization developing advanced high-altitude flight systems to hire a ...

Ursa Major

Flight Test Engineer

Berthoud, CO · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

This role is essential in ensuring success from product delivery and contract execution through to the final stages of flight operations. As a Flight Test Engineer, you'll serve as the on-site ...

Astrion

Flight Test Engineer

Huntsville, AL

$105K - $115K/yr

Overview Flight Test Engineer JOB LOCATION: Huntsville, AL STATUS: Full Time CLEARANCE: Ability to Obtain Secret Astrion is seeking an intermediate level Flight Test Engineer to support Missile ...

JetZero

Senior Flight Test Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

JetZero is seeking a Senior Flight Test Engineer to lead the planning, execution, and analysis of experimental aircraft flight tests supporting upcoming JetZero full scale demonstrator. This role ...

Anduril Industries

Flight Test Engineer

Atlanta, GA

This position is looking for a highly motivated flight test engineer with emphasis in software/hardware capability development and evaluation for the Altius UAS platform. Altius is a Group 2/3 ...

Anduril Industries

Flight Test Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

This position is looking for a highly motivated flight test engineer with emphasis in software/hardware capability development and evaluation for the Altius UAS platform. Altius is a Group 2/3 ...

Ursa Major

Senior Flight Test Engineer

Berthoud, CO · On-site

$121K - $150K/yr

... a Senior Flight Test Engineer, driving Ursa Major's mission and supporting both internal and ... This senior-level role is critical in ensuring success from product delivery and contract execution ...

Joby Aviation

Staff Flight Test Engineer

Hollister, CA · On-site

$173K - $219K/yr

Overview Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate and driven Staff Fight Test Engineer to join our flight test team. This role presents a unique opportunity to be a technical leader in a broad scope of ...

Joby Aviation

Staff Flight Test Engineer

Marina, CA · On-site

$173K - $219K/yr

Overview Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate and driven Staff Fight Test Engineer to join our flight test team. This role presents a unique opportunity to be a technical leader in a broad scope of ...

Joby Aviation

Staff Flight Test Engineer

Marina, CA · On-site

$173K - $219K/yr

Overview Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate and driven Staff Fight Test Engineer to join our flight test team. This role presents a unique opportunity to be a technical leader in a broad scope of ...

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As of Jun 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract flight test engineer in the United States is $134,885.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $105,500.00 and $160,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Flight Test Engineer vs Contract Aerospace Test Engineer?

AspectContract Flight Test EngineerContract Aerospace Test Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in aerospace or mechanical engineering, FAA certifications often preferredBachelor's in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering, with similar certifications
Work EnvironmentOn aircraft, test ranges, and flight test facilitiesLaboratories, ground testing facilities, and flight environments
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily aerospace and defense companies conducting flight testsAirlines, aerospace manufacturers, and defense contractors involved in testing

While both roles involve testing aerospace systems, Contract Flight Test Engineers focus on in-flight testing of aircraft, whereas Contract Aerospace Test Engineers may work on ground-based or integrated system testing. The roles often overlap in credentials and industry, but their primary work environments differ.

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Infographic showing various Contract Flight Test Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 4% Temporary, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,885 per year, or $64.8 per hour.
Flight Test Engineer

Flight Test Engineer

Ursa Major

Berthoud, CO

$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

The future of aerospace and defense starts here.


Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.

We're seeking a talented, fast-learning individual to join our team as a Flight Test Engineer, playing a pivotal role in advancing Ursa Major's mission and supporting both internal and customer-driven flight campaigns. This role is essential in ensuring success from product delivery and contract execution through to the final stages of flight operations.

As a Flight Test Engineer, you'll serve as the on-site technical authority regarding Ursa Major's hypersonic products, supporting system integration, operations, testing, and flight for customer programs, while also contributing to the development and execution of Ursa Major's own flight initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, solve complex challenges, and act as a key liaison between customers and internal teams.

Responsibilities:

  • Support integration, checkouts, and static fire testing of hypersonic vehicles and propulsion
  • Ensure Test-Like-You-Fly practices during ground operations at our Berthoud campus
  • Author and execute procedures for checkouts, propellant load, and hotfire operations
  • Support the ground and flight operations of Ursa Major's missions
  • Participate in data review, failure investigations, and sequence preparation for static fire testing and flight
  • Coordinate with test ranges and external agencies to plan and execute flight test campaigns
  • Lead customer status updates and milestone reviews for both programmatic and technical content
  • Present and provide technical review in customer meetings and integration reviews
  • Become a subject matter expert on Ursa Major's hypersonic vehicle and propulsion systems
  • Travel to customer sites to lead product integration, support checkouts, and assist in test and flight campaigns
  • Conduct system data review to support fast-paced customer test campaigns
  • Troubleshoot system and component hardware issues in the field, develop solutions with the Ursa team and customer, and lead implementation
  • Identify and implement product improvements focused on customer needs, risk reduction, and end-use

Required Qualifications:

  • B.S. in Engineering
  • 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Passion for developing customer relationships and ensuring mission success
  • Attention to detail, curiosity, and relentless in resolving problems
  • Hands-on experience with aerospace hardware
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, startup environment
  • Willing to spend 30% of the year on travel for multi-week test and flight campaigns

Desired Experience:

  • Master's degree in Engineering
  • Technical expertise in liquid rocket engine manufacturing, integration, or test
  • Technical expertise in vehicle stage systems and propulsion fluid systems
  • Flight or test operational experience
  • Strong understanding of aerospace industry standards and requirements
  • Experience in systems engineering and requirements verification
  • Experience in a mission assurance role
  • Demonstrated leadership in a customer-facing role
  • Experience working with range requirements for flight test campaigns

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $90,000 - $110,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we are evaluating individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can't quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.

Classification: Full-time Exempt

Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)

  • Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
  • Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
  • Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
  • Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
  • EAP Program
  • Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
  • Equity Grants in the Company

How To Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.

NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.
We're an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
No outside recruiters, please.