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Join Insitu's Flight Test Engineering team and help shape the future of unmanned aviation.

We are looking for a Flight Test Engineer who is excited to work hands-on with cutting-edge UAV systems-planning, executing, and analyzing flight and ground tests that directly impact product performance, reliability, and safety.

In this role, you will define and refine test objectives across multiple platforms, operate and oversee test articles and instrumentation, and validate that system performance meets rigorous requirements. You'll be deeply involved in the full test lifecycle: developing test conditions, conducting flights, collecting and analyzing data, documenting deficiencies, and translating results into clear conclusions and actionable recommendations.

This position is ideal for engineers who enjoy being close to the hardware, applying core engineering disciplines to real-world test environments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in complex aerospace systems.

As a member of the Flight Test Engineering team you will:

• Write the Test Plan and Test Cards with support from Insitu Subject Matter Experts
• Perform hazard analysis and create mitigation plans
• Participate in the test as a Test Conductor, often as the Pilot In Command
• Write flight test reports to support verification and validation efforts
• Assist in aircraft troubleshooting and mishap investigations

Required skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities, careful attention to detail, open to taking direction and adapting to course corrections
• Willingness to learn and contribute to improve the reliability and performance of our products
• Ability to obtain FAA Class II Medical
• Travel up to 25%

Desired skills:

• Experience writing and executing Test Plans/Procedures
• Understanding of MATLAB, specific experience analyzing test data is a plus
• Experience performing hazard analysis and creating mitigation plans
• UAS operator experience
• Knowledge of FAA conformity and Type Certification
• Knowledge of US military type certification
• Experience with instrumentation and data acquisition systems
• Experience with safety critical systems desired
• Experience with telemetry systems
• Experience performing Electromagnetic Interference/ Electromagnetic Compatibility Testing

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree of Science from an accredited course of study, in engineering or computer science.
• Typical experience: 2-4 years in an engineering classification or 0-2 years experience with a Master's degree.+

In-Office Requirement Statement:

This role requires hands-on work on our products/collaboration with on-site teams, and will need to work onsite full-time in Bingen, WA.

Relocation Statement:

This position is eligible for relocation assistance. Visit ourCareers - Insitu page to learn more about our benefits, 9/80 work schedule and flexible work model.

At Insitu, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
Insitu also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability programs and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire.
Please note that the salary information show below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications and work location.

Typical Hiring Range: 81,000.00 - 111,100.00

Insitu is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.