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Radicalaero

Flight Test Lead [US/UK]

Seattle, WA · On-site

$100 - $160/hr

Work with engineering teams to complete analysis and reports from flight test activities Required skills * BS in Aerospace Engineering, or similar * Demonstrated experience executing flight test ...

Relative Dynamics

Flight Safety Analyst

Salisbury, MD · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will serve as a flight safety analyst for both Guided and Unguided launch vehicles. The work involves coordinating, monitoring, maintaining, and using technological processes in support of safety ...

Relative Dynamics

Flight Safety Analyst

Norfolk, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will serve as a flight safety analyst for both Guided and Unguided launch vehicles. The work involves coordinating, monitoring, maintaining, and using technological processes in support of safety ...

Relative Dynamics

Flight Safety Analyst

Newport News, VA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will serve as a flight safety analyst for both Guided and Unguided launch vehicles. The work involves coordinating, monitoring, maintaining, and using technological processes in support of safety ...

Relative Dynamics

Flight Safety Analyst

Brunswick, MD

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will serve as a flight safety analyst for both Guided and Unguided launch vehicles. The work involves coordinating, monitoring, maintaining, and using technological processes in support of safety ...

ARES Corporation

Flight Safety Analyst

Wallops Island, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will serve as a flight safety analyst for both Guided and Unguided launch vehicles. The work involves coordinating, monitoring, maintaining, and using technological processes in support of safety ...

Relative Dynamics

Flight Safety Analyst

Georgetown, DE · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will serve as a flight safety analyst for both Guided and Unguided launch vehicles. The work involves coordinating, monitoring, maintaining, and using technological processes in support of safety ...

Relative Dynamics

Flight Safety Analyst

Selbyville, DE · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will serve as a flight safety analyst for both Guided and Unguided launch vehicles. The work involves coordinating, monitoring, maintaining, and using technological processes in support of safety ...

Relative Dynamics

Flight Safety Analyst

Norfolk, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will serve as a flight safety analyst for both Guided and Unguided launch vehicles. The work involves coordinating, monitoring, maintaining, and using technological processes in support of safety ...

Relative Dynamics

Flight Safety Analyst

Milford, DE · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will serve as a flight safety analyst for both Guided and Unguided launch vehicles. The work involves coordinating, monitoring, maintaining, and using technological processes in support of safety ...

Relative Dynamics

Flight Safety Analyst

Newport News, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will serve as a flight safety analyst for both Guided and Unguided launch vehicles. The work involves coordinating, monitoring, maintaining, and using technological processes in support of safety ...

Relative Dynamics

Flight Safety Analyst

Milford, DE

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will serve as a flight safety analyst for both Guided and Unguided launch vehicles. The work involves coordinating, monitoring, maintaining, and using technological processes in support of safety ...

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How much do flight analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for flight analyst in the United States is $31.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.24 and $35.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a flight analyst?

Flight Analysts are aviation professionals who analyze flight data, schedules, and market trends to optimize airline operations and profitability. They assess route performance, forecast demand, and recommend adjustments to flight schedules or pricing strategies. Flight Analysts work closely with other departments such as revenue management, network planning, and operations to ensure optimal use of airline resources and maximize revenue. Their work involves interpreting large amounts of data and making recommendations that impact an airline’s competitive position.

How does a flight analyst typically collaborate with other teams to optimize flight operations?

A Flight Analyst works closely with various departments such as operations, scheduling, revenue management, and maintenance to optimize flight performance and efficiency. Their daily work often involves analyzing flight data, identifying trends, and communicating actionable insights to improve schedules, reduce delays, and enhance profitability. Effective collaboration is key, as Flight Analysts must share their findings and recommendations in cross-functional meetings and ensure alignment on operational strategies. This teamwork not only supports smoother airline operations but also provides opportunities for professional growth through exposure to different aspects of the business.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a flight analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Flight Analyst, you need strong analytical abilities, proficiency in data interpretation, and a background in aviation, mathematics, or related fields. Familiarity with airline reservation systems, data analysis tools like Excel or SQL, and possibly certifications in aviation analytics are typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective communication are vital soft skills for interpreting data and presenting actionable insights. These skills ensure accurate flight scheduling, profitability analysis, and operational efficiency within the airline industry.
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Flight Controls Engineer

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc.

San Luis Obispo, CA • On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Flight Controls Engineer
Job Summary:
ESAero is seeking an experienced Flight ControlsEngineer with fixed wing, rotorcraft, and flight test experience to join our team in San Luis Obispo, CA. The engineer will lead and support the simulation and development of advanced control systems for conventional and unique configurations of aircraft including multi-propulsor eVTOL and CTOL aircraft at all scales (VTOL sUAS to eVTOL manned platforms, research platforms, CTOL Distributed Electric Propulsion aircraft). This is a multi-functional role that will also require candidates to be involved in all phases of design and development of new platforms collaborating with other engineering disciplines and project personnel.
Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Development of flight dynamics simulations ranging from conventional aircraft to complex VTOL with rotor dynamics.
  • Design, development, and implementation of optimal and adaptive flight controls and guidance laws for reconfigurable aircraft
  • Development of flight test maneuvers for system verification and identification
  • System identification in time a frequency domain
  • Support integration and test of aircraft for flight test
  • Collaborate closely with aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, software, systems engineering, and flight test teams to ensure successful integration of flight control systems within the overall aircraft architecture.
  • Actively work on improving processes, methods, and tools for flight control
  • Conduct peer reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Support flight operations during ground and flight test activities, including pre-flight readiness reviews, real-time test monitoring, post-flight analysis, and troubleshooting of flight control system issues.
  • Participate in safety assessments, failure mode analyses, and system-level trade studies to ensure flight control architectures meet reliability, redundancy, and airworthiness requirements.

Required Qualifications and Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
  • 2+ years of flight controls andsimulation engineering experience.
  • Experience in UAS and manned aircraft design
  • Good understanding of complex aircraft dynamics (aero, structures, control)
  • Experience simulating non-linear complex aircraft sub-systems and systems
  • Experience with frequency and time domain system analysis
  • Control system simulation, implementation, test, and verification experience
  • Familiarity with implementation of embedded real-time control system
  • Familiarity with system identification of aircraft from flight test
  • Fundamental understanding of other disciplines (Aerodynamics, Structures, Electrical Eng., Embedded systems)

Desired Qualifications and Skills:
  • Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent and
  • Experience with non-linear controls and analysis (adaptive control, neural networks, machine learning)
  • Experience with implementation of embedded real-time control systems
  • Experience designing to FAA and Military standards relating to the control system design for aircraft.
  • Experience with system identification of aircraft from flight test
  • Experience with Risk Management
  • Familiarity with FAA and Military standards relating to the control system design for aircraft.

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks:
  • Health & Wellness: Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.
  • Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day off.
  • Life Insurance: $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families.
  • Supplemental Coverage: Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA): Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.
  • Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.
  • Paid Holidays: Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.
  • Work Environment: A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture.
  • Ideal Location: Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play!

Company Overview
Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering, product development, and manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to the industry. We specialize in cutting-edge system design, rapid product development, precision manufacturing, comprehensive testing, and technology demonstrations to support the evolving needs of the aerospace community. Committed to excellence, on-time delivery, and continuous growth, we invest in infrastructure to expand our manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities while maintaining the highest standards of engineering services.
At ESAero, we don't just build products, we engineer solutions that propel
the aerospace industry forward.
**This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo, CA**
ESAero is an equal opportunity employer.
E-Verify participation required for employment.
Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States.
Must be able to pass background check.
Pay Range: $90,000 - 120,000 Salary Exempt

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