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Flight Test Engineer, Sr level

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Instrumentation Setup: Define flight test instrumentation parameters, data acquisition requirements, ranges, accuracy, and sampling rates. Program Testing: Support baseline, envelope expansion ...

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Flight Test Engineer, Sr level

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Instrumentation Setup: Define flight test instrumentation parameters, data acquisition requirements, ranges, accuracy, and sampling rates. Program Testing: Support baseline, envelope expansion ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary flight test instrumentation in the United States is $114,999.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Flight Test Instrumentation vs Flight Test Engineer?

AspectTemporary Flight Test InstrumentationFlight Test Engineer
CredentialsTechnical certifications, specialized training in instrumentationEngineering degree, often with aerospace specialization
Work EnvironmentOn-site during flight tests, focus on instrumentation setup and data collectionDesign, plan, and analyze flight tests, often in labs and on test ranges
Employer & IndustryAerospace companies, defense contractors, research organizationsAircraft manufacturers, aerospace firms, government agencies

Temporary Flight Test Instrumentation specialists focus on installing, maintaining, and collecting data from testing equipment during flight tests. Flight Test Engineers oversee the entire testing process, including planning, analysis, and reporting. While both roles work closely during flight tests, the instrumentation role is more technical and hands-on, whereas the engineer role involves broader test design and analysis.

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Flight Test Instrumentation & Telemetry Specialist

San Jose, CA • On-site

Archer
See more jobs at Archerexternal

$130K - $163K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

What You'll Do:

  • Support the Developmental Test, Certification, and Operational Test efforts of Archer's piloted eVTOL aircraft (Midnight) program.
  • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot flight test data acquisition (DAQ) systems, ground telemetry assets, and ground station systems, including their configuration and ongoing health.
  • Be responsible for troubleshooting RF equipment, radios, and computers related to flight test instrumentation and telemetry.
  • Work with internal customers and vendors to solve instrumentation, measurement, and telemetry-related challenges.
  • Develop and maintain processes and documentation supporting the installation, checkout, and maintenance of flight test instrumentation and telemetry equipment.
  • Assist in building hardware required for flight test and telemetry operations - e.g., instrumentation racks, air data booms, telemetry/computer racks, communication equipment, aircrew interfaces, camera systems.
  • Ensure the stability, readiness, and calibration of ground telemetry, communication, and flight test instrumentation equipment.
  • Operates with a high degree of independence, exercising sound judgment to keep instrumentation and telemetry systems mission-ready with minimal day-to-day direction, in direct support of operational test.
  • Help ensure flight test instrumentation and telemetry activities are completed on time and within budget.

What You Need:

  • Associate's degree or technical certification in electronics, avionics, telecommunications, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
  • 7+ years of experience as an instrumentation and/or telemetry technician supporting flight test or experimental test operations.
  • Experience with data acquisition hardware, telemetry operations, and ground station equipment.
  • Experience troubleshooting RF equipment, radios, and communication systems.
  • Experience installing and maintaining instrumentation systems on experimental test articles, including sensor maintenance.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, safety-critical test environment.
  • Experience creating and following procedures and reports for hardware checkouts, maintenance, and test events.
  • Must be able to distinguish colors.
  • Must be able to lift 30 lbs unassisted.

Bonus Qualifications:

  • Experience with programming languages and reading/editing XML files (Python, C++, VBA + Excel).
  • Experience with enterprise networking and computer systems.
  • Experience with RF receivers, transmitters, and other communication equipment.
  • Experience training others on instrumentation, telemetry, or networking/computer hardware basics and advanced topics.
  • Experience working in labs or field environments with large, critical datasets.

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications.

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company's business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $130,800- $163,500. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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