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Astrion

Flight Test Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$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 ...

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 ...

SCEYE INC

Flight Test Engineer

Moriarty, NM · On-site

Flight Test Engineer Location: Moriarty, NM Reports to: Chief of Mission Operations Who Are We: Sceye is a high-growth technology company, building the next generation of instant communications ...

Castelion Corporation

Flight Test Engineer

Torrance, CA · On-site

About the job Flight Test Engineer About Castelion Castelion is bringing a new approach to defense development and production: one that focuses on short, iterative design cycles, rapid testing in ...

Bombardier

Flight Test Engineer

Wichita, KS · On-site

The candidate must hold a Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline or have previous experience within a flight test engineering organization. Product specific development and training will be ...

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 ...

Ursa Major

Flight Test Engineer

Berthoud, CO · On-site

$74K - $98K/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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

MORSE Corp

Flight Test Engineer

Cambridge, MA · On-site

As Senior Flight Test Engineer at MORSE, you will be supporting this mission by managing both local and Continental US flight test activities necessary for the development of first-of-a-kind aerial ...

Archer

Flight Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Provide support for test events as a flight test engineer and/or test conductor onboard aircraft and in the control room * Participate in flight briefs and debriefs for test events * Participate in ...

Joby Aviation

Staff Flight Test Engineer

Hollister, CA · On-site

$173.70K - $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 May 30, 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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Flight Test Engineer

Mach Industries

Huntington Beach, CA

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

About Mach Industries
Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees, we operate with startup agility and ambition.
Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security.
The Role
Mach develops UAS platforms in various stages of flight test development. This position will specialize in flight test engineering, operations, and testing of developing UAS aircraft. You will report directly to the head of flight ops and work with system engineering leads on generating and executing test plans. Responsibilities will include the development of test CONOP planning, procedures, test reviews, safety analysis, test preparations, and post-flight test reviews. Testing is conducted on private and DoD ranges, and will require out-of-state and possibly OCONUS travel on occasion. This person will be in a prime position to help build the future flight team as products and operations scale over the next year.
Key Responsibilities
  • Central coordination for flight test operations.
  • Inform the engineering team on key requirements for systems checks, data systems etc.
  • Be a driving force in building out test infrastructure at primary test sites and outfitting test equipment, GCS etc.
  • Conduct/lead team through testing workflow, including test planning preparations, readiness reviews, dry runs, day of test, and post-test reviews.
  • Keep the product development team informed of all requirements.
  • Help construct program flight test campaigns with system, GNC, and energetics engineers.
  • Coordinating and planning of flight test demos.
  • Technical advisor on test operations.
  • Perform safety analysis and maintain company safety policies.

Required Qualifications
  • Engineering degree required unless significant relevant experience can be demonstrated.
  • Minimum of 5 years in related aerospace with preferably UAS flight test engineering.
  • Multi-talented across overall test ops, understanding of flight test development campaigns and helping to lead the engineering team on requirements.
  • Self led and passionate about responsibility to be a key contributor in building flight test capability.
  • Willing to be in the field regularly for 1-3 days.
  • Willing to travel to various test ranges.
  • Good written communication to write briefs, test reports, and formalize test forms/ processes.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with mission planner and other GCS software is a plus.
  • Willingness to travel internationally.
  • Holds private pilot license or part 107.
  • Private pilot, R/C aircraft nut, loves anything to do with aviation.
  • Good candor in high-pressure situations.
  • Highly organized and good with data collection and storage.
  • Not phased by being in the field somewhat regularly.

Disclosures
This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.
Mach participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offers may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and training, critical skills, and business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most offers and are considered part of Mach's total compensation package. Mach offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

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