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Flight Test Engineer

Elizabeth City, NC ยท On-site

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  • Dental

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operate complex Data Acquisition Systems (DAS), telemetry, and test instrumentation hardware in-flight to capture critical aircraft parameters. * Perform post-flight data reduction, statistical ...

Flight Test Engineer

El Segundo, CA ยท On-site

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Own the data: build and maintain the pipeline and tooling that turn raw flights into clean, usable engineering data. * Analyze flight data and telemetry to characterize aircraft performance ...

Flight Test Engineer

El Segundo, CA ยท On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Own the data: build and maintain the pipeline and tooling that turn raw flights into clean, usable engineering data. * Analyze flight data and telemetry to characterize aircraft performance ...

Flight Operations Drone Pilot

Tampa, FL ยท On-site

$48K - $57K/yr

Collect, document, and report flight data, observations, and mission results * Perform pre-flight inspections and verify aircraft airworthiness and mission readiness * Support customer training ...

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How much do flight data jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for flight data in the United States is $32.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $55.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a flight data?

A Flight Data job involves collecting, analyzing, and managing data related to aircraft operations, performance, and navigation. Professionals in this field ensure that flight records are accurate and assist in improving safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. They often work with flight data recorders, monitoring systems, and software to interpret flight trends. This role is essential in aviation safety investigations, airline operations, and air traffic management.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in flight data?

Flight Data professionals are responsible for collecting, processing, and analyzing flight information from various sources, such as black box recorders and operational systems. On a daily basis, they review flight records for anomalies, contribute to safety investigations, and generate reports for pilots, maintenance teams, and regulatory agencies. They often work closely with flight operations, engineering, and safety departments to ensure all flight data is accurate and up-to-date. This role may also involve responding quickly to urgent data requests and supporting continuous improvements in airline safety and efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the flight data position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Flight Data professional, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and often a background in aviation, data analysis, or engineering. Familiarity with flight data monitoring systems, airline operations software, and data visualization tools is typically required, along with relevant certifications such as those issued by aviation authorities. Effective communication, problem-solving ability, and teamwork are essential soft skills in this role. These capabilities are crucial to ensuring accurate data management, regulatory compliance, and safe and efficient flight operations.

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Infographic showing various Flight Data job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,112 per year, or $32.7 per hour.

Flight Test Engineer

Solvere Technical Group

Elizabeth City, NC โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago


Job description

SOLVERE is seeking a Flight Test Engineer that will serve as the primary engineering counterpart to the Flight Test Pilot. This role is responsible for the rigorous technical planning, airborne data acquisition, and post-flight engineering analysis aspects of the test program.

Responsibilities:

  • Draft detailed ground and flight test plans, instrumentation plans, and test cards that trace directly back to system capability requirements.
  • Operate complex Data Acquisition Systems (DAS), telemetry, and test instrumentation hardware in-flight to capture critical aircraft parameters.
  • Perform post-flight data reduction, statistical analysis, and engineering evaluation of flight test data.
  • Author comprehensive, formal technical test reports detailing test methodologies, findings, system deficiencies, and airworthiness recommendations.
  • Represent APAC test and evaluation interests at Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), Preliminary/Critical Design Reviews (PDR/CDR), and Safety Review Boards (SRB).

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in technical field.
  • 2 years’ experience in technical field.
  • One (1) year experience with planning and conducting tests.

Security Clearance:

  • Active Secret

BENEFITS

Solvere offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package. The Solvere benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and/or families. Solvere also includes basic life insurance plus short- and long-term disability for the employee. Employees may elect to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also accrue paid time off and holidays. Additional voluntary options include supplemental insurance plans.

About the Company Visit: www.solveretechnical.com

Solvere Technical Group is committed to non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.