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Joby Aviation

Staff Flight Test Engineer

Hollister, CA · On-site

$173K - $219K/yr

Conducts engineering analysis of flight test data to support aircraft design and certification ... Civil aircraft certification experience including use of ARP 4754 processes for requirements and ...

Joby Aviation

Staff Flight Test Engineer

Marina, CA · On-site

$173K - $219K/yr

Conducts engineering analysis of flight test data to support aircraft design and certification ... Civil aircraft certification experience including use of ARP 4754 processes for requirements and ...

Joby Aviation

Staff Flight Test Engineer

Marina, CA · On-site

$173K - $219K/yr

Conducts engineering analysis of flight test data to support aircraft design and certification ... Civil aircraft certification experience including use of ARP 4754 processes for requirements and ...

MORSE Corp

Flight Test Engineer

Cambridge, MA · On-site

Participate in data reduction and data review of test data to verify that test objectives were met ... Familiarity with an experimental aircraft airworthiness release process * Experience with testing ...

FMS Aerospace

Flight Sciences Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

The Flight Sciences Engineer is responsible for processing, validating, analyzing, and interpreting flight test data to support aircraft development, certification, performance evaluation, and ...

The Hiring Method, LLC

Flight Test Engineer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$92K - $117K/yr

Evaluate flight test data and apply engineering analysis to improve aircraft performance and reliability * Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and leadership to develop innovative aerospace ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for flight test data processing 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.

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Flight Test Data Processing Engineers are professionals who specialize in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data from flight tests. They work closely with engineers, pilots, and test teams to ensure the accuracy and reliability of flight data, which is critical for evaluating aircraft performance and safety. Their responsibilities include designing data acquisition systems, processing large datasets, and generating reports to support certification and development of aircraft. This role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of aerospace systems, and proficiency with data analysis tools.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a flight test data processing engineer?

To thrive as a Flight Test Data Processing Engineer, you need a solid background in aerospace engineering, data analysis, and programming, usually supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with data acquisition systems, MATLAB, Python, and specialized flight test software is typically required, along with knowledge of FAA regulations and industry standards. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help ensure accurate data interpretation and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies are vital for transforming raw flight test data into actionable insights, supporting safety, and advancing aircraft development.

What are some common challenges faced by flight test data processing engineers during flight test campaigns?

Flight Test Data Processing Engineers often face tight deadlines and dynamic schedules, as flight test data must be quickly processed and analyzed to inform ongoing test activities. Managing large volumes of complex data from multiple aircraft systems requires strong attention to detail and technical expertise with specialized processing software. Additionally, effective communication and collaboration with flight test engineers, pilots, and systems engineers are essential to ensure data accuracy and resolve any discrepancies rapidly. Adapting to changing priorities and troubleshooting data acquisition or integrity issues are also frequent aspects of the role.

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Flight Test Specialist I

Savannah, GA • On-site

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
Aviation • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Gulfstream Aerospace rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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Job description

Flight Test Specialist I in GAC Savannah
Unique Skills:
We are seeking a motivated Flight Test Engineer with 5-10 years of relevant experience to support on-aircraft flight test operations and data analysis. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a passion for aviation, and the ability to perform effectively in a hands-on test environment.
Candidates will be placed into one of our core Flight Test Engineering groups based on background and flight test engineering needs:
  • Aerodynamics & Performance
  • Avionics & Electrical Systems
  • Powerplant & Mechanical Systems

We are looking for applicants with academic or project experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Aircraft performance, flying and handling qualities, fly-by-wire flight controls, field performance, flutter, loads, or aerodynamics
  • Avionics
  • Electrical systems
  • Powerplant engineering
  • Mechanical systems

Required attributes:
  • Flight Test Experience
  • Experience writing flight test plans and/or flight test reports
  • Experience with MATLAB or Python
  • Experience with data processing and analysis

Highly desired attributes:
  • Experience deriving instrumentation requirements for on-aircraft flight testing
  • Experience with 14 CFR Part 23, or Part 25 regulations
  • Candidate with Pilot experience
  • Experience with Honeywell Epic for Gulfstream Symmetry or PlaneView
  • Experience with IADS or any real-time data monitoring systems

Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in technical related curriculum applicable to the respective job position or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 5 years Flight Test engineering experience or 10 yrs broad eng experience in several technical disciplines. Experience credit considered for related adv degrees limited to 2 yrs for Masters, 4 yrs for PhD in fields applicable to this job. Flight Test Engineer Certification may offset one year of experience requirement.
Position Purpose:
Assists with the planning, coordination, test execution, and liaison to engineering supporting the development and production of Gulfstream products and services.
Job Description
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
  1. Perform core roles and responsibilities with some oversight and direction applicable to the complexity of the testing .
  2. Support testing to including stability & control, flying qualities/characteristics, stall demonstration, performance, powerplant, mechanical systems, pneumatic systems, electrical systems, avionics, cooling/ventilation, icing, and cold/hot weather .
  3. Work with engineering and test pilots to define test points that are conducted on test aircraft .
  4. Definition of Instrumentation requirements and communication with instrumentation engineering group to support installation on aircraft to support test requirements .
  5. Definition of the aircraft configuration to support the on aircraft test .
  6. Tracks test points and updates pass/fail/repeat status .
  7. Supports on aircraft ground/flight testing as required.
  8. Provides the judgment on acceptable test data during or post flight .
  9. Processing of data following a test flight to document test results .
  10. Development of flight test reports to show compliance with test requirements .
  11. Detailed test planning including mission plan, creating flight cards, configuration verification, and compiling appropriate restrictions and safety/hazard assessments .
  12. Prepare material and present for Test Readiness Review (TRR) to gain approval from stakeholders that system under test is ready to being ground/flight testing activities .
  13. Perform safety analysis and prepare material as required. for Safety Review Boards (SRB) to support test missions .
  14. Conducts flight test brief with flight ops and engineering .
  15. Provides the on airplane direction of test sequence and execution, relying on FT Analyst for acceptability of collected data with exceptions where this authority is delegated .
  16. Generates and transmits post flight test summary .
  17. Conducts debrief of test mission with test crew and engineering .

Additional Functions:
  1. Maintains a current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related aircraft fields in order to recommend innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of company product .
  2. Actively works to improve daily processes and ensure all work meets customer (internal/external) requirements .
  3. Anticipates and resolves complex issues in creative and effective ways, developing standards and guides for diverse engineering activities .

Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
  1. The level of technical skill and abilities appropriate for this grade will be established by each discipline.
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: 235575
Category: Engineering
Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
Shift: First
Employment Type: Full-time
Posting End Date: 09/25/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.
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Headquarters location

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Year founded

1958

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