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FMS Aerospace

Flight Sciences Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

The ideal candidate has strong experience in flight test data reduction, parameter identification, and transforming complex engineering datasets into mathematical models to produce definitive ...

FMS Aerospace

Flight Sciences Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

The ideal candidate has strong experience in flight test data reduction, parameter identification, and transforming complex engineering datasets into mathematical models to produce definitive ...

AirHelp GmbH

NY · On-site

$113K - $149K/yr

We're hiring a Senior Software Engineer to build our Flight Data Systems - the real-time backbone that ingests, normalizes, and serves flight status, schedules, and disruption signals from a wide ...

Skyryse

Flight Test Engineer

Camarillo, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Plan, organize, and lead data collection ground tests to support flight test campaigns. * Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards associated with test flights ...

Joby Aviation

Flight Test Engineer

Marina, CA · On-site

$107K - $174K/yr

Conducts engineering analysis of flight test data to support aircraft design and certification deliverables * Coordinates with other engineering groups to ensure input from subject matter experts ...

Skyryse

Flight Test Engineer

Camarillo, CA

$120K - $150K/yr

Plan, organize, and lead data collection ground tests to support flight test campaigns. * Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards associated with test flights ...

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How much do flight data jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 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 September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,112 per year, or $32.7 per hour.

Staff Flight Research Flight Test Engineer

Concord, CA • On-site

Joby Aviation
Aviation • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Joby Aviationexternal

$185K - $254K/yr

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Company Overview

Joby Flight Research designs, develops, and flight-tests novel aircraft using a software-first autonomy approach. We build and deploy autonomy, perception, planning, and radar systems across conventional, electric, and hydrogen-electric aircraft in both CTOL and VTOL configurations.

Overview

Joby Aviation’s Flight Research team is looking for a Flight Test Engineer to support its advanced development efforts. This role will primarily focus on the autonomy portfolio which includes the Cessna Caravan platform. Drawing on your experience flight testing large aircraft, the role will provide ownership of a wide range of development, testing, analysis, and reporting activities.

The ideal candidate will also hold FAA pilot certificates and will be able to operate large uncrewed aircraft.

Responsibilities
  • Work closely with discipline engineers, test pilots, maintenance, and leadership to establish and execute flight test programs of complex vehicles and systems
  • Develop expert level knowledge of the systems and aircraft under test
  • Perform flight test planning, flight readiness reviews, flight briefs/debriefs, act as a crewmember during test execution and perform post flight data analysis
  • Works as a member of the flight crew including monitoring data in real time to assure the safety and proper conduct of flight tests
  • Reports on completed tests including reporting any observed deficiencies and findings of compliance with requirements or regulations
  • Advises the flight test pilot of nature of the data to inform real time decisions affecting safety, efficiency and effectiveness
  • Completes administrative work associated with testing including configuration management, squawk reporting, flight limitation management and test card creation
  • Assists with troubleshooting and root cause investigation of issues observed during flight testing
  • Develops flight manuals and supporting documentation necessary to operate the vehicles in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
  • Other duties as assigned or required
  • At least 10% travel required to support short term participation in military exercises or other remote test campaigns
Required
  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • 8+ years of experience in related field
  • Bachelor of Science (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or other technical field) degree or equivalent experience and training
  • Previous experimental flight test experience as a Flight Test Engineer- particularly in a Test Conductor role
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with colleagues across a wide range of technical disciplines
  • Strong technical and analytical skills
  • Must be able to work both independently and on a team and be able to work extended hours and travel as required
  • Read and speak English proficiently

This position must meet US export control compliance requirements, therefore a candidate must qualify as a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15. “US Person” includes US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees.

Desired
  • FTE graduate of a recognized test pilot school or equivalent on the job experience
  • FAA private pilot or commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating
    • An ability to maintain an FAA Class II medical
  • Data analysis experience using Matlab, Python or similar
  • Familiarity with FAA Order 4040.26C
  • Experience with liquid hydrogen vehicles

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $185,300 - $254,800/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

Additional Information

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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