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Cirrus Aircraft

Flight Test Engineer Sr

Duluth, MN · On-site

$104K - $156K/yr

The Senior Flight Test Engineer is expected to provide technical leadership and mentorship to ... Lead the analysis of flight test data, focusing on critical performance areas such as stability ...

Canvas

Flight Test Engineer (PL)

Arnold, MD

The position spans junior to senior experience levels, requiring progressive responsibility in test design, range coordination, safety documentation, and post-flight data analysis. The primary ...

Canvas

Flight Test Engineer (PL)

Edwards, CA

The position spans junior to senior experience levels, requiring progressive responsibility in test design, range coordination, safety documentation, and post-flight data analysis. The primary ...

Canvas

Flight Test Engineer (PL)

Eglin, FL

The position spans junior to senior experience levels, requiring progressive responsibility in test design, range coordination, safety documentation, and post-flight data analysis. The primary ...

Canvas

Flight Test Engineer (PL)

Huntsville, AL

The position spans junior to senior experience levels, requiring progressive responsibility in test design, range coordination, safety documentation, and post-flight data analysis. The primary ...

Electra

Staff / Senior Flight Physics Engineer

Manassas, VA · On-site

$110K - $160K/yr

Staff / Senior Flight Physics Engineer About Electra At Electra, we're pioneering hybrid-electric ... Incorporate aerodynamic data from flight testing, wind tunnel testing, and CFD simulations into ...

Ursa Major

Senior Flight Test Engineer

Berthoud, CO

$121K - $150K/yr

As a Senior Flight Test Engineer, you'll serve as the on-site technical authority regarding Ursa ... Guide data review, failure investigations, and sequence preparation for static fire testing and ...

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Ursa Major

Senior Flight Test Engineer

Berthoud, CO · On-site

$121K - $150K/yr

As a Senior Flight Test Engineer, you'll serve as the on-site technical authority regarding Ursa ... Guide data review, failure investigations, and sequence preparation for static fire testing and ...

Electra

Staff / Senior Flight Physics Engineer

Manassas, VA · On-site

$110K - $160K/yr

Staff / Senior Flight Physics Engineer About Electra At Electra, we're pioneering hybrid-electric ... Incorporate aerodynamic data from flight testing, wind tunnel testing, and CFD simulations into ...

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As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior flight data in the United States is $75.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64.66 and $86.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Flight Data vs Flight Data Analyst?

AspectSenior Flight DataFlight Data Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in aviation, data analysis, or related field; experience in aviation data systemsBachelor's degree in aviation, data analysis, or related field; proficiency in data analysis tools
Work EnvironmentAirlines, aviation companies, or government agencies; often involves collaboration with flight operations teamsAirlines, aviation firms, or consulting agencies; focuses on analyzing flight data for insights
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in aviation operations, safety, and compliance departmentsUsed in flight operations, safety analysis, and performance optimization

Senior Flight Data professionals typically oversee complex data systems and lead analysis efforts, while Flight Data Analysts focus on interpreting flight data to support operational decisions. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work environments, but senior roles involve more leadership and strategic responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Senior Flight Data job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 95% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $156,802 per year, or $75.4 per hour.
Senior Flight Test Engineer

Senior Flight Test Engineer

Garmin International, Inc.

New Century, KS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Garmin rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 141 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

Overview
We are seeking a full-time Senior Flight Test Engineer at our hangars in New Century, KS. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership in performance of complex flight-testing activities including drafting and executing ground and flight test plans, conducting real time data analysis and making real time modification to test parameters for complex test programs. In addition, this role may act as Test Director or Flight Test Lead for complex projects.
Essential Functions
  • Drafts ground and flight test plans and reports for complex test programs including programs with tests not previously conducted
  • Coordinates and executes complex flight tests as part of a flight test crew, including acting as a test director
  • Defines, documents, and maintains complex test aircraft and equipment configurations including multiple test aircraft programs, and coordinates with engineering teams
  • Operates flight test tools, conducts real time data analysis, and makes real time modifications to test parameters
  • Proposes unique viable solutions to issues identified during flight test
  • Prepares complex avionics system installation data for test aircraft
  • Works with certification authorities to resolve certification issues
  • Revises or authors new procedures and makes significant safety contributions
  • Provides reliable solutions to a wide range of difficult problems using sound problem solving techniques
  • Serves as a mentor to less experienced flight test engineers (Flight Test Engineer 1 & 2)

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering AND a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with a focus on experimental flight testing preferably as a flight test engineer or test conductor OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
  • Demonstrates proficient use of advanced engineering and flight test tools including performing advanced troubleshooting on complex avionics system installations
  • Demonstrates solid and proficient understanding of certification process and associated regulations
  • Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Desired Qualifications
  • Private pilot license with instrument rating
  • Commercial pilot and/or multi-engine license preferred
  • Experience with revision control tools, mobile application development, audio/video recording tools, or database tools
  • Previous experience using aviation products

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits

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