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Boeing

Entry-Level F-15 Flight Test Data Engineer

Eglin, FL · On-site

$51 - $67.25/hr

Entry-Level F-15 Flight Test Data Engineer Company: The Boeing Company At Boeing, we are all innovators on a mission to connect, protect, explore, and inspire. From the seabed to outer space, you ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level flight test engineer in Florida is $100,798.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,800.00 and $119,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Entry Level Flight Test Engineer supports the planning, execution, and analysis of flight tests for aircraft and aerospace systems. They assist in developing test plans, collecting data, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards. This role involves working closely with senior engineers, pilots, and technicians to validate aircraft functionality and system performance. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a foundational understanding of aerodynamics and avionics are essential.

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As an Entry Level Flight Test Engineer, you may work on a variety of flight test campaigns, ranging from testing new aircraft prototypes to evaluating modifications on existing platforms, such as fixed-wing airplanes, helicopters, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Early in your career, your responsibilities may include supporting instrumentation setup, assisting in mission planning, and collecting and analyzing test data under the guidance of senior engineers. You’ll likely rotate through different project teams, gaining exposure to various flight systems, test protocols, and data analysis techniques. This hands-on experience provides valuable insight into the full aircraft development and certification process while supporting your professional growth in the aerospace field.

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To thrive as an Entry Level Flight Test Engineer, you need a background in aerospace or mechanical engineering, a solid understanding of aerodynamics and data analysis, and often a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with data acquisition systems, control theory, flight simulation software, and sometimes certification in FAA or military testing protocols are important technical aspects. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication skills help set candidates apart. These abilities ensure safe, accurate testing and successful collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, which are crucial for developing and validating aircraft performance.

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Sr. Engineer - Flight Test Pilot

Sr. Engineer - Flight Test Pilot

Piper Aircraft, Inc.

Vero Beach, FL

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Piper Aircraft rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

56th of 60 rated aerospace companies

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Sr. Engineer - Flight Test Pilot is the mature mind behind safely and efficiently executing flight test projects at Piper Aircraft.  The role is a multi-faceted position that requires and advanced depth and a breadth of engineering knowledge across a wide spectrum of engineering disciplines in addition to exceptional pilot skill.  This acumen will be combined with a high level grasp of customer aircraft operations and an administrative expertise to provide high quality flight test data for the purposes of product development and certification. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:        

·        Act as pilot-in-command for Piper experimental test operations aircraft during the conduct of flight test activities related to the development and certification of Piper products

·        Coordinate project specific flight and ground crew logistics including pre-flight briefings, post-flight briefings, duty day restrictions, travel, transportation, and, especially, test hazard mitigation requirements

·         Create, revise, review, and approve technical and compliance documents subject to the Piper ODA

·         Participate in the Piper safety management system, including serving as the Flight Test Safety Officer

·         Liaise with other departments as the Experimental Flight Test subject matter expert

·         Complete required initial and recurrent safety training

·         Other tasks as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role has no supervisory responsibilities.  The employee may be required to be a technical lead for other test pilots or flight test engineers and to train and assist other employees.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

·         Significant previous flight test experience (Test Pilot or Flight Test Engineer)

·         Commercial Pilot’s License with Multi-engine and Instrument ratings

·         Familiarity with 14CFR Part 23 regulations and associated guidance material

 

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

·         Test Pilot School Graduate

·         Graduate degree in engineering or related field

·         Airline Transport Pilot Certificate

·         2000 Hours Pilot-in-Command

·         Consulting DER Appointment (Test Pilot and/or Flight Analyst)

·         Experience as an ODA Unit Member (Test Pilot and/or Flight Analyst)

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

The employee must possess the ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external customers.  Being able to produce high quality formal and informal flight test reports is of utmost importance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

·         While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to an office environment. 

·       The employee is occasionally exposed to uncomfortable temperatures, humidity, noise, and odors consistent with the operation of aircraft.

·       Although mitigated to the greatest extent possible by the flight test safety process, the employee will be exposed to the risks associated with ground and flight testing experimental aircraft. 

·       Travel and overtime are occasionally necessary.

·       Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SAFETY AND POLICY PRACTICES:

In addition to adherence to all general Piper Aircraft company safety requirements, engineering flight test operations are subject to governance by the Flight Operations Policy and Procedures Manual.  The employee will be expected to know and abide by those policies and procedures.  Specifically, that will include the following training:

·       Emergency Egress

·       Hypoxia Awareness

·       Parachute

·       Oxygen System

·       Water Egress and Survival