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Visa Hunt

Flight Test Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$159.80 - $235/hr

About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated Flight Test Engineer to plan, execute, and analyze ... For salaried roles: flexible paid time off/vacation, plus 80 hours of paid sick time per year.

Skyryse

Flight Test Engineer

Camarillo, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

FLIGHT TEST ENGINEER - CAMARILLO, CA We are advancing flight control and automation technology through rigorous and continuous flight testing. In this role, you'll design and refine detailed test ...

Doist

Flight Test Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$90 - $140/hr

Duties of a Flight Test Engineer may include: * Flight Test Execution Support Duties and ... Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Leave and much more. Mobius is committed to ...

Mobius

Flight Test Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Mobius is seeking a Flight Test Engineer. In this role, you will will serve as an Advisory and ... Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Leave and much more. Mobius is committed to ...

Mobius

Flight Test Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Mobius is seeking a Flight Test Engineer. In this role, you will will serve as an Advisory and Assistance Services contractor providing programmatic, technical, analytical and execution support to ...

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 ...

Mach Industries

Flight Test Engineer

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

$105K - $180K/yr

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 ...

Joby Aviation

Staff Flight Test Engineer

Marina, CA · On-site

$173K - $219K/yr

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 the ...

Anduril Industries

Flight Test Engineer

Atlanta, GA · 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 ...

Slope

Flight Test Engineer

San Clemente, CA · On-site

$112 - $149/hr

As a Flight Test Engineer you will partner with the Ghost engineering to be responsible for test planning, execution, reporting, and evaluating the system under test (software and/or hardware)

Joby Aviation

Staff Flight Test Engineer

California, MO · On-site

$173.70 - $219/hr

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 ...

Garmin Ltd.

Senior Flight Test Engineer

Arizona City, AZ · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

Overview We are seeking a full-time Senior Flight Test Engineer for Garmin's Mesa, AZ location. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership in performance of complex ...

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How much do flexible flight test engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for flexible 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 Flexible Flight Test Engineer vs Flight Test Engineer?

AspectFlexible Flight Test EngineerFlight Test Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, certifications like FAA or EASABachelor's in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, certifications like FAA or EASA
Work EnvironmentDesign, planning, and flexible testing environments, often involving adaptive testing methodsConducting flight tests, data collection, and analysis in controlled flight environments
Employer & Industry UsageAirlines, aerospace manufacturers, defense contractors with adaptable testing rolesAircraft manufacturers, aerospace companies, defense agencies

The Flexible Flight Test Engineer focuses on adaptable testing procedures and planning, often working in dynamic environments, while the Flight Test Engineer primarily conducts actual flight tests and data analysis. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in their scope of work and testing flexibility.

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Infographic showing various Flexible Flight Test Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,885 per year, or $64.8 per hour.

Flight Test Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Flight Test Engineer to provide critical weapon system and missile testing expertise. The selected candidate will provide critical engineering oversight, independent technical assessments, and program coordination across the lifecycle of target vehicle programs-from requirements definition through design, integration, and live flight test execution. The primary objective is to help the Government Lead produce required documentation (range, flight safety, mission planning, logistics, operations requirements...etc.) identify technical risks, verify prime contractor performance, and ensure successful mission outcomes. This position demands a high degree of flexibility, technical acumen, and the readiness to travel both domestically and internationally to support vital Department of War (DoW) testing initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
  • Assist government lead in drafting, reviewing and finalizing rigorous objective evidence, test plans, schedules, safety packages, and specialized range documentation.
  • Provide comprehensive flight test engineering expertise across multiple programs; capable of serving as a Test Director, when required, to guide mission execution.
  • Aid in test event planning, test design, and live execution phases of flight test.
  • Provide agile engineering support across multiple concurrent programs, maintaining flexibility to meet shifting mission schedules and priorities.
  • Coordinate technical requirements for the targets group to meet customer expectations and associated requirements of test ranges, test assets, and participants across the DoW, and support contractors.
  • Apply technical expertise to assess range, system, and technology project readiness, directly advising senior government leadership on overall test readiness.
  • Prepare detailed mission execution schedules, coordinate complex logistics, and proactively track program risks and mitigation status.
  • Interface professionally with external government agencies, range organizations, and prime development contractors.

Qualifications & Requirements
  • Required Education & Experience
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related scientific discipline.
  • 8 to 15 years of related aerospace, defense, or flight test engineering experience.
  • Proven, hands-on experience in missile flight testing and integration operations.
  • Required Technical Skills
  • Direct experience testing at major test ranges, including but not limited to:
  • White Sands Missile Range (WSMR)
  • Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF)
  • Proven proficiency with the Universal Documentation System (UDS), including the development of Program Requirements Documents (PRD) and Operation Requirements (OR).
  • Experience with flight readiness reviews, mission readiness reviews, and technical briefing materials for senior leadership decision-making.
  • Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
  • Professional & Operational Requirements
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%, including the flexibility to support international travel and testing events.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities across multiple active projects.
  • Exceptional written, oral, and presentation skills, with a proven ability to brief mid-to-upper-level government managers with high professionalism.

Security Clearance Requirements
Clearance Level: Must possess and maintain an active Secret security clearance.
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