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Grid Aero

Flight Test Intern

San Leandro, CA · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Flight Test Intern Company: Grid.aero Location: Onsite 4 days/week [San Leandro, CA] About Grid ... FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) or HAM radio license Compensation $20 - 30 / hour Equal ...

Grid Aero

Flight Test Intern

San Leandro, CA · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Flight Test Intern Company: Grid.aero Location: Onsite 4 days/week [San Leandro, CA] About Grid ... FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) or HAM radio license Compensation $20 - 30 / hour Equal ...

Rentokil

Aerial Pilot

Bastrop, LA

Has served as an Intern Pilot for a min of 1 season (April-November) * Able to lift up to 50 lbs ... Must pass pre-employment background screen and drug test * Must possess a valid driver's license ...

Contoro Robotics

Robotics Intern, Deployment

Austin, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Job Responsibility * Assist Deployment Engineers in standing up new pilot programs and supporting ... Test new software and hardware while at our Austin headquarters. * Maintain and help improve ...

SkyNano

Computer Science Intern

Knoxville, TN · On-site

As we scale our technology from pilot to commercial manufacturing, we are building a world-class ... Help test and debug new functionality across different image sets. * Contribute to UI improvements ...

SkyNano

Computer Science Intern

Knoxville, TN · On-site

As we scale our technology from pilot to commercial manufacturing, we are building a world-class ... Help test and debug new functionality across different image sets. * Contribute to UI improvements ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for intern nasa test pilot in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Intern Nasa Test Pilot vs Aerospace Engineering Intern?

AspectIntern Nasa Test PilotAerospace Engineering Intern
Required CredentialsUndergraduate degree, pilot licenses, flight experienceUndergraduate or graduate degree in aerospace or related field
Work EnvironmentFlight testing, aircraft simulation, NASA facilitiesDesign labs, research facilities, aerospace companies
Employer & IndustryNASA, aerospace industry, government agenciesAerospace companies, research institutions, government agencies

Intern Nasa Test Pilots focus on flight testing and piloting aircraft, requiring flight experience and licenses. Aerospace Engineering Interns work on design, analysis, and research projects in labs and offices. Both roles are valuable in aerospace but differ in hands-on flight duties versus engineering tasks.

How do you become a NASA test pilot?

To become a NASA test pilot, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science, or mathematics, along with extensive flight experience as a military or civilian pilot. They often hold advanced pilot certifications, such as a commercial or airline transport pilot license, and have experience in high-performance aircraft; selection also involves rigorous physical and psychological evaluations. Successful applicants usually have several years of flying experience and demonstrate strong technical skills and problem-solving abilities.
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Flight Test Intern

Grid Aero

San Leandro, CA • On-site

$20 - $30/hr

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Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Flight Test Intern
Company: Grid.aero
Location: Onsite 4 days/week [San Leandro, CA]
About Grid.aero
Grid.aero is building the next generation of autonomous aviation systems for defense and commercial applications. Led by experienced aerospace and technology operators and backed by leading venture investors, we solve hard operational problems at the intersection of autonomy, resilient logistics, and scalable air mobility. We move quickly, operate with urgency, and build systems designed for real-world deployment where small teams own meaningful problems end-to-end.
Read this, we mean it → Above all, we look for exceptional builders with deep internal drive, massive throughput, hopeless optimism, and a relentless growth mindset. The people who thrive at Grid operate with urgency, learn quickly, adapt fast, and are energized by hard problems with no obvious answers. We value individuals who continuously push themselves and the team around them to improve.
This is an opportunity to work on products with national and global impact alongside a collaborative team that values technical excellence, execution, and mission focus.
Role Overview
As a Flight Test Intern, you will work directly with Grid's flight test team to develop and operate the tools, test assets, and processes that enable rapid, safe aircraft development. This is a highly hands-on role spanning subscale aircraft, autonomy test beds, instrumentation, test execution, and data analysis, with the opportunity to own meaningful projects that directly inform the design and flight-test readiness of Grid's full-scale aircraft. The role requires approximately 50% travel to Merced to support full-scale aircraft testing and to local subscale test locations.
What You'll Do
  • Support the planning and execution of safe, disciplined ground and flight test operations.
  • Design, build, integrate, and maintain flight-test tools and infrastructure, including subscale aircraft, autonomy test beds, instrumentation, and data-collection systems.
  • Own defined work packages for the design, development, build, and testing of subscale aircraft used to support Proto 1 and autonomy development.
  • Develop test plans, procedures, and test cards for subscale aircraft and supporting test systems.
  • Configure, operate, and troubleshoot test hardware and software in both shop and field environments.
  • Collect, process, and analyze flight-test data to evaluate vehicle performance, identify issues, and communicate clear conclusions.
  • Collaborate with flight test, autonomy, avionics, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers to turn test findings into design improvements.
  • Document test configurations, results, and lessons learned so work can be repeated and decisions remain traceable.
Key Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Hands-on builder experience: Demonstrated track record of building, assembling, or troubleshooting physical hardware (e.g., student engineering teams like DBF/SAE Aero, personal RC/FPV drone builds, robotics competitions, or shop experience).
  • Experience using CAD software for mechanical design or layout.
  • Basic working knowledge of aircraft flight mechanics, avionics, controls, or test processes.
  • Proficiency with basic shop equipment, hand tools, and hardware integration practices.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong attention to detail and safety protocols.
  • Travel & Location: Ability to work onsite in San Leandro and travel Merced, CA and local test sites as requested
  • Legal Requirement: Must be a "U.S. Person" (U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident) as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) due to U.S. export control regulations.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with ArduPilot, PX4, or other open-source flight control systems.
  • Experience using Python or MATLAB for data parsing, visualization, or performance analysis.
  • Experience with CATIA V5/3DEXPERIENCE.
  • Hands-on fabrication skills: composite layup, 3D printing, basic machining, or custom wiring/soldering.
  • FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) or HAM radio license

Compensation $20 - 30 / hour
Equal Opportunity Employer Grid.aero is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, orientation, or status.
Legal Notice:
Grid.aero is committed to complying with U.S. export control laws. Due to the nature of our work, candidates must be U.S. persons (U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

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